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Finger Lakes National Heritage Area Act

Introduced
Apr 3, 2025
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 10, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes the Finger Lakes National Heritage Area in New York, which would recognize and conserve the region's natural and cultural resources. Funds would be allocated to support conservation efforts and promote tourism in the area.

Sponsored By

Kirsten E. Gillibrand
Democrat · New York · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 3, 2025
  3. Jun 10, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects residents, businesses, and tourists in the Finger Lakes region of New York, potentially increasing conservation efforts and boosting local economies through tourism. It would also impact the National Park Service and other federal agencies responsible for managing national heritage areas.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources
IntroducedApr 3, 2025
Last UpdatedJun 10, 2026
Latest ActionCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.