This bill would expand Joshua Tree National Park in California by adding approximately 17,842 acres of land to the park's boundaries. The expansion is authorized through an amendment to the California Desert Protection Act of 1994, with the specific lands identified on a map dated April 29, 2024. The bill affects Joshua Tree National Park visitors, surrounding communities, and federal land management in the California desert region. No specific funding amounts or implementation timelines are outlined in the legislation. The bill was introduced by Representative Ruiz and referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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