This bill designates the Quindaro Townsite in Kansas City, Kansas as a National Historic Landmark in recognition of its significance to American history. The townsite, founded in 1857, was central to the Free-State movement during the conflict known as "Bleeding Kansas" and served as a crucial stop on the Underground Railroad for enslaved people escaping to freedom. Congress determined that the site meets the standards for landmark designation because it illustrates exceptional value in U.S. history and has the potential to yield new historical information through ongoing archaeological work. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with public and private entities to protect historic resources at the site and provide educational programs, with the option to offer technical and financial assistance. The designation does not restrict property owners' rights or change how Kansas City or the State administers the site.
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