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H.R. 3179: To rename the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge located in the State of Texas as the “Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge”.

This bill proposes to rename the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge, located in Texas, to the "Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge." The reasoning behind this change is rooted in the tragic death of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, who was murdered in Houston, Texas, on June 17, 2024. Two individuals charged with her murder are reportedly connected to a gang. The bill highlights that Jocelyn had a love for animals and indicates that her hometown’s proximity to the wildlife refuge makes it appropriate to honor her in this way. The bill consists of two main parts:

1. Findings

  • It acknowledges the circumstances surrounding Jocelyn Nungaray’s death and the charges involving her alleged murderers.
  • It refers to an Executive Order signed by President Donald J. Trump on March 5, 2025, which had already initiated the renaming process.
  • It emphasizes Jocelyn's love for animals, linking this passion to the significance of renaming the refuge after her.

2. Renaming of Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge

  • The bill states that the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge will officially be known as the "Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge."
  • It clarifies that any legal or administrative documents referencing the refuge will now recognize it by its new name.
In summary, this legislation seeks to officially rename a national wildlife refuge in Texas to honor a young girl whose tragic death has drawn public attention.

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Date Action
Jul. 10, 2025 Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 36.
Jul. 10, 2025 Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-192.
Jun. 25, 2025 Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jun. 25, 2025 Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
Jun. 25, 2025 Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Discharged
May. 20, 2025 Subcommittee Hearings Held
May. 13, 2025 Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.
May. 05, 2025 Introduced in House
May. 05, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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