Bill119th CongressFiled Feb 12, 2026Native Americans
S. 3878
A bill to establish the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas of the National Park System, and for other purposes.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Feb 12, 2026)
This bill establishes the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians in Natchez, Mississippi, as an affiliated area of the National Park System. The bill also establishes Historic Jefferson College in Natchez, Mississippi, as an affiliated area of the National Park System, subject to the Department of the Interior's determination that the site meets established criteria for affiliated areas.
What just happenedJul 23, 2026
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 489.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS](R-MS)Sponsor
1 cosponsor
- Introduced in SenateFeb 12, 2026