Camden National Battlefield Park Study Act
Summary
H.R. 5219, the Camden National Battlefield Park Study Act, directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the Camden Battlefield area in South Carolina. The study will assess the suitability and feasibility of establishing the area as a unit of the National Park System.
The study area includes the site of the Battle of Camden and Historic Camden, South Carolina. The Act outlines specific requirements for the study, including evaluating national significance, determining protection and interpretation methods, and identifying cost estimates.
The Secretary is required to consult with various stakeholders and submit a report to Congress within three years of funding availability.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this bill would initiate a comprehensive study to determine if the Camden Battlefield area should become a National Park. This could lead to increased federal involvement in the area's preservation and interpretation.
It could also lead to increased tourism and economic activity in the region. The study itself will require resources and coordination between various government and private entities.
Potential Benefits
- Potential for increased tourism and economic benefits for South Carolina.
- Enhanced preservation and interpretation of Revolutionary War history.
- Possible federal funding for the area's development and maintenance.
- Collaboration between federal, state, and local entities in managing the site.
- Increased awareness of the historical significance of the Battle of Camden.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased federal oversight and regulation of the area.
- Possible displacement of existing land uses or private property.
- Costs associated with the study and potential park development.
- Potential conflicts between different stakeholders regarding management and interpretation.
- Uncertainty regarding the long-term viability of a local partnership model.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution through Congress's power to regulate and manage federal lands and historical sites, as inferred from Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2, which grants Congress the power to dispose of and make all needful rules and regulations respecting the territory or other property belonging to the United States.
Furthermore, the establishment and maintenance of national parks can be seen as promoting the general welfare, as stated in the Preamble of the Constitution. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
It operates within the established framework of federalism, allowing for consultation with state and local entities.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).