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Proposed Designation of George C. Marshall House as National Park Site

Original title: MEASURES PLACED ON THE CALENDAR

May 20, 2026

National Parks Historic Preservation Virginia Legislation

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The Frame

What this does

This procedural step moves the bill closer to a potential Senate vote, which would determine if the George C. Marshall House receives federal recognition and potential integration into the National Park System.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Residents of Virginia

Local residents may see changes in the management, federal funding, or public access status of the George C. Marshall House if the bill becomes law.

National Park Service

The agency would be responsible for overseeing the site as an affiliated area if the legislation is enacted.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 20, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The U.S. Senate has formally placed H.R. 1352 on its legislative calendar for future consideration. This bill proposes designating the General George C. Marshall House in Virginia as an of the National Park System.

Key Facts

H.R. 1352 was read for the first and second time in the Senate by unanimous consent.
H.R. 1352 has been officially placed on the Senate calendar.
The bill proposes designating the General George C. Marshall House in Virginia as an affiliated area of the National Park System.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for a bill to be 'placed on the calendar'?

It means the bill has completed its initial introduction and procedural readings, making it eligible for future debate and voting by the full Senate.

Does this mean the George C. Marshall House is now a National Park?

No. This action is a procedural step in the legislative process; the bill must still be passed by the Senate and signed into law to designate the site.

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organizationNational Park System“The federal system that would include the site if the bill passes.”Map →

locationCommonwealth of Virginia“The state where the historic site is located.”Map →

locationGeneral George C. Marshall House“The historic site in Virginia proposed for designation as an affiliated area of ”Map →

Sources

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