H.R. 2215 · 119th Congress

Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act

Introduced on Mar 18, 2025 by Seth Moulton (D-MA-6). Became Public Law 119-25.

Stage
Became law
Public Law 119-25
Introduced
Mar 18, 2025
Cosponsors
0
Policy area
Public Lands and Natural Resources
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Progress

The furthest stage the measure reached. Simple and concurrent resolutions do not go to the President.

  1. Introduced
  2. Reported by committee
  3. Passed one chamber
  4. Passed both chambers
  5. Sent to the President
  6. Became law

Official title

To redesignate the Salem Maritime National Historic Site as the "Salem Maritime National Historical Park", and for other purposes.

Subjects

  • Congressional oversight
  • Historic sites and heritage areas
  • Massachusetts
  • Parks, recreation areas, trails

Summary

By the Congressional Research Service (Public Law, Jul 15, 2025). Public domain.

Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act

This act redesignates the Salem Maritime National Historic Site in Massachusetts as the Salem Maritime National Historical Park. In addition, the act directs the Department of the Interior to conduct and report on a boundary study. The study must evaluate the suitability and feasibility of including in the National Park System, as part of the Salem Maritime National Historical Park, sites and resources in the study area associated with its maritime history, coastal defenses, and military history.

Sponsor and cosponsors

Cosponsors by party as of the day they signed on. Original cosponsors signed on the day of introduction.

Seth MoultonD-MA-6Sponsor

No cosponsors.

Roll calls

Recorded votes on the measure. Most measures move by voice vote or unanimous consent, which record no individual positions.

  1. On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
    May 14, 2025· House· Passage· Passed 382–31

History

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  1. Mar 18, 2025Introduced in House
  2. Mar 18, 2025Introduced in House
  3. Mar 18, 2025 · HouseReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  4. May 13, 2025 · HouseMr. Westerman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
  5. May 13, 2025 · HouseConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1984-1985)
  6. May 13, 2025 · HouseDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2215.
  7. May 13, 2025 · HouseAt 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.
  8. May 14, 2025 · HouseConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2021-2022)
  9. May 14, 2025Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 382 - 31 (Roll no. 125). (text: 5/13/2025 CR H1984)House · Roll call 125
  10. May 14, 2025 · HouseOn motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 382 - 31 (Roll no. 125). (text: 5/13/2025 CR H1984)House · Roll call 125
  11. May 14, 2025 · HouseMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  12. May 15, 2025 · SenateReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
  13. Jun 18, 2025Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent.
  14. Jun 18, 2025 · SenateSenate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3459)
  15. Jun 18, 2025Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.
  16. Jun 18, 2025 · SenatePassed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.
  17. Jun 23, 2025 · SenateMessage on Senate action sent to the House.
  18. Jul 3, 2025Presented to President.
  19. Jul 3, 2025 · HousePresented to President.
  20. Jul 15, 2025Signed by President.
  21. Jul 15, 2025Signed by President.
  22. Jul 15, 2025Became Public Law No: 119-25.
  23. Jul 15, 2025Became Public Law No: 119-25.

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