H.R. 2217: Down East Remembrance Act

The bill designated as the "Down East Remembrance Act" aims to honor the lives lost in a plane crash that occurred on February 13, 2022, in Carteret County, North Carolina, by naming six specific creeks in their memory. The designated creeks and their corresponding names and locations are as follows:

Designated Creeks

• Noah Styron Creek: Located at latitude 34°59’49.33” N, longitude 76°8’42.11” W.
• Hunter Parks Creek: Located at latitude 34°57’52.85” N, longitude 76°11’11.25” W.
• Kole McInnis Creek: Located at latitude 34°57’46.30” N, longitude 76°11’18.18” W.
• Stephanie Fulcher Creek: Located at latitude 34°57’38.08” N, longitude 76°11’31.18” W.
• Jacob Taylor Creek: Located at latitude 34°52’43.45” N, longitude 76°17’41.49” W.
• Daily Shepherd Creek: Located at latitude 34°52’28.26” N, longitude 76°17’43.20” W.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that any references to these creeks in U.S. laws, regulations, documents, or other official records will reflect their new designations as per this legislation, ensuring the names are officially recognized and used in all relevant contexts.

Impact of the Bill

The primary purpose of the bill is symbolic, aiming to provide a lasting tribute to the individuals who lost their lives in the tragic event. It does not involve any major regulatory changes, funding allocations, or operational requirements beyond the renaming of the creeks specified.

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