Bill · H.R. 4656· House(119-HR-4656)
Path to Florida Springs National Park Act
- Introduced
- 7/23/2025
- Last activity
- 7/23/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Sponsored by
- Randy Fine
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Path to Florida Springs National Park Act," directs the Secretary of the Interior to perform a special resource study. The study focuses on a specific study area of approximately 2,800 square miles in Central and North Florida. The goal is to determine if it is suitable and feasible to establish the Florida Springs National Park. The Secretary must evaluate the national significance of the area and consider various alternatives for its preservation and protection. Additionally, the Secretary is required to consult with various interested entities and identify associated costs. A report containing the study's results and recommendations must be submitted to Congress within three years of receiving funds.
Yes
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+6
The bill directs a study to evaluate the suitability of establishing a national park for the preservation and protection of the Florida Springs area.
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?+5
The study considers alternatives for the protection and management of significant natural areas through the National Park System.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+3
The study area encompasses large rural areas in Central and North Florida, which could lead to increased federal investment in these communities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Evaluation of National Significance: The Secretary will evaluate the national significance of the study area, which could help determine the value of these lands to the country (Section 2(c)(1)).
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Consideration of Preservation Alternatives: The study will look at different ways to preserve, protect, and interpret the study area using Federal, State, local, or private entities (Section 2(c)(3)).
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Consultation with Stakeholders: The process requires the Secretary to consult with interested Federal agencies, State or local government entities, private and nonprofit organizations, or other interested individuals (Section 2(c)(4)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Potential Federal Costs: The study requires identifying cost estimates for Federal acquisition, development, interpretation, operation, and maintenance, which implies there could be significant costs associated with these actions (Section 2(c)(5)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+6Improves Public Land Management+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Rural Residents+3
- 7/23/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Introduced in House