Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act

Commemoration of Historical Legacy: The bill seeks to honor the life of Julius Rosenwald, his philanthropic work, and the impact of the Rosen Rosenwald Schools on African American education (Section 2).

Preservation of Historic Sites: The Act provides for the preservation of specific representative sites, such as the San Domingo School, the Saint George Rosenwald School, and the Woodville Rosenwald School (Section 2 and Section 4).

Educational Enrichment: Through the establishment of a National Historical Park and a National Network, the bill aims to enlighten visitors and disseminate the story of how the Rosenwald Schools improved education and contributed to a more democratic society (Section 2 and Section 5).

Support for Local Preservation: The Secretary may enter into cooperative agreements to provide assistance for the preservation of non-Federal land and related sites through signage, exhibits, and technology (Section 4).

Grant Opportunities: The Rosenwald Schools National Network will have the authority to provide grants to various elements within the network (Section 5).

Land Acquisition Requirements: The establishment of the Park is subject to the Secretary determining that a sufficient quantity of land or interests in land has been acquired to constitute a manageable unit (Section 4).

Restricted Acquisition Methods: For the San Domingo School in Maryland, the Secretary is limited to acquiring the property only through donation, purchase with donated funds, or exchange (Section 4).

Financial Reimbursement Risks: If a project funded by the Secretary is converted, used, or disposed of for purposes inconsistent with the Act, the United States has the right to seek reimbursement for the funds provided or the increased value of the project (Section 4).