H.R. 1352: To designate the General George C. Marshall House, in the Commonwealth of Virginia, as an affiliated area of the National Park System, and for other purposes.

This bill proposes to designate the General George C. Marshall House, located in Virginia, as an affiliated area of the National Park System. Here is a breakdown of its main components:

Establishment of the Affiliated Area

The bill establishes the General George C. Marshall House as an affiliated area. This means that it will be recognized within the National Park System, which typically includes sites of historical and natural significance.

Description of the Affiliated Area

The specific area designated as the affiliated area includes the property generally described as the "General George C. Marshall House Property, Leesburg, Virginia." A map titled "General George C. Marshall House, Proposed Affiliated Area" is referenced, which outlines the exact boundaries of this property.

Administration

Management of the affiliated area will be governed by this bill and any relevant laws that apply to other units of the National Park System. This establishes a legal framework for how the area is to be maintained and operated.

Management Entity

The George C. Marshall International Center will act as the management entity responsible for the operations within the affiliated area. This organization will oversee activities related to preservation, education, and public engagement concerning the site.

Agreements with the Secretary of the Interior

The Secretary of the Interior can provide technical assistance and enter into cooperative agreements with the management entity. This assistance may include:

• Financial support for marketing, interpretation, and preservation efforts related to the site.
• Specific agreements outlining the roles and responsibilities for managing the area in accordance with National Park System policies.

Limited Role of the Secretary

Importantly, the bill clarifies that the Secretary of the Interior is not authorized to acquire property within the affiliated area or take on financial responsibilities for its operation, maintenance, or management. This limits federal intervention and oversight in the area's daily activities.

Protection of Private Property

The bill stipulates that the designation of the General George C. Marshall House as an affiliated area does not impact land use rights of private property owners who live nearby. Their rights and property uses remain unaffected.

No Buffer Zones

The legislation makes clear that it will not create buffer zones surrounding the General George C. Marshall House. This means that activities happening outside the designated area will not be regulated by the designation of the house itself. Specifically:

• There are no restrictions or regulations created for activities just because they may be seen or heard from the house.

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