This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the Scipio A. Jones House in Little Rock, Arkansas, to evaluate its historical significance and potential for federal protection or designation. The study will assess whether the house should become a National Historic Landmark, an Affiliated Area of the National Park System, or be included as part of the Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site, while also exploring alternative preservation options through state, local, tribal, or private organizations. The Secretary must consult with relevant government agencies, tribes, and community organizations and provide cost estimates for any proposed alternatives, but the study explicitly excludes considering federal land acquisition options. The Secretary has three years from when funding becomes available to complete the study and submit findings and recommendations to Congress. This assessment will help determine the best path forward for preserving the historical significance of this Arkansas landmark.
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