To redesignate Gravelly Point Park, located along the George Washington Memorial Parkway in Arlington County, Virginia, as the Nancy Reagan Memorial Park, and for other purposes. | ChamberLight
Bills · HR 3396
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3396Public Lands and Natural Resources
To redesignate Gravelly Point Park, located along the George Washington Memorial Parkway in Arlington County, Virginia, as the Nancy Reagan Memorial Park, and for other purposes.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because it's a way for Congress to honor a significant public figure, Nancy Reagan, by dedicating a public space in her memory. For those who admire her legacy as a former First Lady, this renaming would be seen as a fitting tribute.
On the other hand, some might raise questions about the costs associated with changing signage and updating official documents, or prefer to retain the original, historically recognized name of the park. If the bill passes, the park's name changes permanently; if it doesn't, the park retains its current name, Gravelly Point Park. It's about how public spaces are used to remember and honor national figures.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Gravelly Point Park, located along the George Washington Memorial Parkway in Arlington County, Virginia, will be officially renamed the "Nancy Reagan Memorial Park."
This provision formally changes the name of a specific, well-known public park.
PROVISION 02
Any reference to "Gravelly Point Park" in any existing law, map, regulation, or government document will automatically be considered a reference to the "Nancy Reagan Memorial Park."
This ensures the name change is consistently applied across all official government records without requiring individual updates.
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 14, 2025
House BillHR 3396Public Lands and Natural Resources
To redesignate Gravelly Point Park, located along the George Washington Memorial Parkway in Arlington County, Virginia, as the Nancy Reagan Memorial Park, and for other purposes.
This bill matters because it's a way for Congress to honor a significant public figure, Nancy Reagan, by dedicating a public space in her memory. For those who admire her legacy as a former First Lady, this renaming would be seen as a fitting tribute.
On the other hand, some might raise questions about the costs associated with changing signage and updating official documents, or prefer to retain the original, historically recognized name of the park. If the bill passes, the park's name changes permanently; if it doesn't, the park retains its current name, Gravelly Point Park. It's about how public spaces are used to remember and honor national figures.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Gravelly Point Park, located along the George Washington Memorial Parkway in Arlington County, Virginia, will be officially renamed the "Nancy Reagan Memorial Park."
This provision formally changes the name of a specific, well-known public park.
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Any reference to "Gravelly Point Park" in any existing law, map, regulation, or government document will automatically be considered a reference to the "Nancy Reagan Memorial Park."
This ensures the name change is consistently applied across all official government records without requiring individual updates.
GLOSSARY
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Redesignate
To officially change the name or classification of something, in this case, a park's name.
Parkway
A scenic road, often with landscaped surroundings, typically designed for recreational driving and sometimes managed by a park service.
George Washington Memorial Parkway
A specific, federally managed road that runs along the Potomac River, known for its scenic views and access to various parks and historic sites.
Gravelly Point Park
A specific park located next to the George Washington Memorial Parkway, popular for recreation and watching airplanes take off and land from Reagan National Airport.
ACTION TIMELINE
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MAY 14, 25
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
MAY 14, 25
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.