H.R. 2377: National Garden for America’s 250th Anniversary Act

This bill, titled the National Garden for America's 250th Anniversary Act, aims to establish a National Garden of American Heroes to commemorate significant individuals and groups in American history. Below are the key provisions of the bill:

Establishment of the Garden

The bill directs a specific task force, created under a previous executive order, to set up the National Garden of American Heroes. The Task Force will handle various responsibilities, including:

• Planning and designing the Garden
• Contracting and implementing construction
• Acquiring land, which may involve purchasing or exchanging land with different government levels or private owners
• Conducting necessary environmental reviews

Timeline for Construction

The construction of the Garden should start no later than July 4, 2026, although this is dependent on approval from the Secretary of the Interior regarding the selected location.

Location of the Garden

The bill allows for the Garden to be established in a specific federal reserve area and authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to acquire land, if necessary, from various sources to enable its creation.

Honoring Individuals

The Garden is permitted to commemorate any person or group of individuals, broadening its scope beyond only recognized historical figures.

Funding and Contributions

The Task Force is authorized to seek and accept private donations for the establishment and maintenance of the Garden. To support these activities, a National Garden Fund will be created within the U.S. Treasury. This fund will encompass contributions received, as well as any investment earnings.

Visitation Fees

The Director of the Garden may impose a visitation fee if the fund does not have sufficient resources for maintenance. Fees collected will specifically be used for the upkeep of the Garden.

Reporting Requirements

The Task Force must submit regular reports to Congress detailing progress on establishing the Garden. These reports will include:

• Proposed and finalized locations for the Garden
• Design plans
• Construction timelines and updates
• Budget and funding status

Once the Garden is operational, ongoing reports will cover maintenance, visitor statistics, safety issues, and fund usage.

Definitions

The bill includes key definitions to clarify terms used within the document, such as "Task Force," "Garden," and details regarding the appropriate congressional committees involved.

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