S. 1596: Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge Act
This bill is called the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge Act
. Its main purpose is to rename the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in Texas to the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge
. This change is in honor of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, who was tragically murdered in Houston, Texas, on June 17, 2024.
Findings
The bill includes several findings that provide context for the renaming:
- Jocelyn Nungaray was brutally murdered, and two individuals identified as illegal aliens and allegedly part of a gang have been charged with her murder.
- On March 4, 2025, an Executive Order was signed by then-President Donald J. Trump to honor Jocelyn Nungaray by renaming the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge.
- Jocelyn had a love for animals, and given the refuge's proximity to her hometown, renaming it in her honor is deemed fitting.
Implementation
Once enacted, the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge will officially become known as the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge. Furthermore, all references to the former name in laws, maps, regulations, documents, and records of the United States will now reference the new name.
Conclusion
The bill has already passed the Senate on May 13, 2025, indicating its progression through the legislative process.
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Jul. 14, 2025 | At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. |
| Jul. 14, 2025 | Considered as unfinished business. |
| Jul. 14, 2025 | Considered under suspension of the rules. |
| Jul. 14, 2025 | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1596. |
| Jul. 14, 2025 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| Jul. 14, 2025 | Mr. Westerman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. |
| Jul. 14, 2025 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 372 - 0 (Roll no. 193). |
| Jul. 14, 2025 | Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 372 - 0 (Roll no. 193). |
| May. 15, 2025 | Held at the desk. |
| May. 15, 2025 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. |
| May. 15, 2025 | Received in the House. |
| May. 13, 2025 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. |
| May. 13, 2025 | Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (text: CR S2882) |
| May. 13, 2025 | Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works discharged by Unanimous Consent. |
| May. 13, 2025 | Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2881-2882) |
| May. 05, 2025 | Introduced in Senate |
| May. 05, 2025 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. |
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