S. 2644 · In committee · Public Lands and Natural Resources

Camden National Battlefield Park Study Act

What it does

Directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the Battle of Camden site and surrounding Revolutionary War-related areas in South Carolina to assess national significance and suitability for designation as a unit of the National Park System.
Requires the study to determine methods for protection and interpretation by the National Park Service, other Federal agencies, State or local government, or private organizations.
Requires the study to evaluate viability of a local partnership management model and transferability of existing management structures.
Requires the study to identify cost estimates for any Federal development, interpretation, operation, and maintenance of the area.
Directs the Secretary to submit a report to Congress with study results and recommendations no later than 3 years after funds are first made available.

Sep 16, 2026: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held.

Committee: Senate Energy and Natural Resources