FY25 Appropriations Process Gets Underway in Congress
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Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: April 18, 2024
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From Preservation Action: The FY25 appropriations process is getting underway in the House and Senate. Hearings are scheduled in the House Appropriations Committee and Senate... |
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President Biden Signs Executive Order to Strengthen Women's History in National Parks
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Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: April 18, 2024
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From Preservation Action: Last month, President Biden signed an Executive Order to strengthen the recognition of women throughout National Park Service sites. The order... |
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Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund Allocations That Support Adaptive Reuse of Older and Historic Buildings Announced
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Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: April 12, 2024
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Today, the Biden administration announced awards for the $20 billion dollar Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF). The National Trust for Historic Preservation, with our subsidiaries the National... |
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Legislation Would Substantially Improve Michigan's Historic Tax Credit- Take Action!
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Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: April 9, 2024
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From Preservation Action: Legislation was recently introduced in the Michigan House that would significantly improve and expand their state Historic Tax Credit. Most notably, HB... |
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National Trust for Historic Preservation: Digging into FY 24 Appropriations and the President's FY 25 Budget Request
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Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: April 5, 2024
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It’s spring in Washington, and the Government Relations team is excited to share several updates from the nation’s capital. Big picture – no sooner was fiscal year (FY) 2024 funding approved... |
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Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Cases That Could Have Limited Presidential Authority Under the Antiquities Act
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Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: April 5, 2024
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From Preservation Action: Last week, the US Supreme Court refused to hear a pair of cases that could have limited presidential authority to establish new national monuments under the... |
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White House Releases 2024 Economic Report, Highlights the Federal Historic Tax Credit
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Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: April 5, 2024
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On March 21st , the White House’s Council of Economic Advisors released the 78th annual Economic Report... |
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Celebrate Preservation Month This May
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Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: April 3, 2024
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Celebrate Preservation Month this May by putting a spotlight on the people in your community who are doing the important work saving places and building your communities through preservation!
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HistoricFunding.com Has Launched
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Contributed by HistoricFunding.com
Posted: March 27, 2024
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PRESS RELEASE: Contact Information: HistoricFunding.com / PreservationDirectory.com
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Senators Urge President to Establish Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Monument
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Contributed by Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Park Campaign
Posted: March 26, 2024
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This week a group of nine Senators, led by Sen. Richard Durbin(D-IL), sent a letter to President Biden urging him to use his authority under the Antiquities Act to establish... |
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ACHP Members Approve Groundbreaking Policy Statement on Indigenous Knowledge and Historic Preservation
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Contributed by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
Posted: March 22, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – Advisory Council on Historic Preservation members today unanimously approved a groundbreaking
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President Biden Releases FY25 Budget Request- Includes Decrease for Historic Preservation Fund
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: March 18, 2024
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From Preservation Action: This week President Biden released his administration's FY25 budget request, laying out their priorities for the year ahead. The request isn't binding,... |
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Reports Show Continued Success of the Federal Historic Tax Credit
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: March 18, 2024
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Two recently released reports highlight the success of the federal Historic Tax Credit (HTC) and the continued economic impact. The National Park Service released the Federal... |
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ACHP Announces Program Comment Amendment to Support President Biden’s Broadband Initiative
Contributed by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
Posted: March 15, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) Chair Sara C. Bronin today announced her approval of the Amended Program Comment for Federal Communications Projects. The amendment... |
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Statement by ACHP Chair Sara Bronin on the President's Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
Contributed by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
Posted: March 15, 2024
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The Biden-Harris Administration today released the President’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Following historic progress made under the President’s leadership—with more than 14 million jobs added since... |
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House Passes Minibus Spending Package - Impact on Preservation Priorities
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: March 13, 2024
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From Preservation Action: This week the House passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2024 that includes six appropriations bills, partially funding the government... |
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ACHP Chair Sara Bronin Releases Recommendations on Federal Historic Preservation Standards
Contributed by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
Posted: March 2, 2024
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) Chair Sara C. Bronin released her
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NPS Issues Reports Highlighting Success of Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Program
Contributed by Preservation Maryland
Posted: February 27, 2024
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The National Park Service issued two reports highlighting the successes of the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Program this week. The NPS issued a press release about... |
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The Preservation League of NYS is Welcoming Applications for its New Capital Grant Program
Contributed by Preservation League of NYS
Posted: February 19, 2024
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The Preservation League of New York State is thrilled to be starting its 50th Anniversary year with a brand-new grant opportunity for New York nonprofits. Organizations with an ownership interest in,... |
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Legislation in Illinois and New Jersey Would Expand State Historic Tax Credit Programs
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: February 7, 2024
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From Preservation Action: Across the country state legislatures are getting underway, including several that are considering bills that would establish new or expand existing state... |
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Legislation to Establish a State Historic Tax Credit for Housing Introduced in New Hampshire
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: January 21, 2024
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From Preservation Action: Legislation was recently introduced in New Hampshire to establish a state historic tax credit for housing. SB 364 would provide a 65% credit against... |
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Please Sign the Petition to Save Ryan Field! / ¡Favor de Firmar la Petición para Salvar la Cancha Ryan
Contributed by Stephanie Gayes
Posted: January 19, 2024
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https://www.ipetitions.com/petition/stop-the-ryan-field-projectpare-el-proyecto-de Please... |
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House Natural Resources Committee Holds Hearing on NPS Deferred Maintenance Backlog
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: January 15, 2024
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From Preservation Action: This week the House Natural Resources Committee held an oversight hearing on the National Park Service's deferred maintenance backlog. In 2020... |
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Legislation to Establish a State Historic Tax Credit Introduced in Florida
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: January 15, 2024
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Last week, the Main Street Historic Tourism and Revitalization Act (SB 1166, HB 1183) was reintroduced in the Florida state House and state Senate. This bill would establish a 20% state historic... |
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Bruce MacDougal Advocacy Scholars Applications Now Open
Contributed by Preservation Action Foundation
Posted: December 29, 2023
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Preservation Action Foundation is excited to offer students, recent graduates, and early-career preservationists with the opportunity to attend Historic Preservation Advocacy Week as a 2024 Bruce MacDougal... |
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Preservation Leadership Forum: Applications Due Soon for Grants, Call for Ideas, Award Nominations
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: December 29, 2023
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Don't let these opportunities slip through the end of the year to-do lists and wrap-up reporting. It's a busy time for most people, but make sure the following deadlines from the National Trust are... |
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House Democrats Hold Roundtable on Strengthening Historic and Cultural Preservation
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: December 11, 2023
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From Preservation Action: This week House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member, Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-AZ) convened a roundtable titled "Strengthening Historic and... |
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Historic Tax Credit Coalition Report Makes Recommendations on Improving HTC
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: November 19, 2023
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From Preservation Action: In September, the Historic Tax Credit (HTC) Coalition released a report titled Historic Preservation and the Federal Historic Tax Credit- Addressing Challenges... |
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National Trust for Historic Preservation Announces New President & CEO
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: November 6, 2023
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On behalf of the Board of Trustees and the Search Committee, we are delighted share the news that Carol Quillen has been appointed as the 10th President and CEO of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.... |
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Society of Architectural Historians (SAH) Supports the Listing of Boston City Hall as a Boston City Landmark
Contributed by Society of Architectural Historians (SAH)
Posted: October 27, 2023
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On October 20, 2023, the SAH Heritage Conservation Committee wrote a letter of support for the designation of Boston City Hall as a Boston City Landmark. Read Full Letter: 20... |
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Senator Ben Cardin to Receive Best of Maryland President’s Award
Contributed by Preservation Maryland
Posted: October 25, 2023
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Preservation Maryland is pleased to honor U.S. Senator Ben Cardin with our President’s Award for his commitment to preserving Maryland’s rich and diverse heritage. Senator Cardin has been a longtime,... |
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Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) Seeks Comments on Housing and Historic Preservation Draft Policy Statement
Contributed by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
Posted: October 24, 2023
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As the country is facing a massive shortage in affordable housing units and lawmakers continue to explore options address the issue, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) is currently... |
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Several Historic Preservation Grant Opportunities Now Available
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: October 10, 2023
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From Preservation Action: The National Park Service is now accepting applications for several competitive grant programs funded through the Historic Preservation Fund. Together these... |
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Save America's Treasures Grant Program Accepting Applications for FY2023
Contributed by States Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: October 6, 2023
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The National Park Service is now accepting applications for the Save America’s Treasures (SAT) grant program. The SAT program provides preservation and conservation assistance to nationally... |
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The Work Ahead to Fund and Reauthorize the Historic Preservation Fund
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: September 28, 2023
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From the National Trust for Historic Preservation: The hyperpartisan, divided Congress is running up against a sharp deadline to fund the federal government for fiscal year (FY) 2024,... |
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Urge Congress to Support Efforts to Reauthorize the Historic Preservation Fund
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: September 28, 2023
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As the end of the month draws closer and Congress continues work on a Continuing Resolution to avert a government shutdown, members of Congress need to hear from preservation advocates. Without congressional... |
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Members of Congress Send Letter to IRS Urging Clear Guidance on Historic Preservation Easements
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: September 20, 2023
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From Preservation Action: This week Rep. Mike Carey (R-OH) and Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) led a bipartisan group of lawmakers in sending a letter to... |
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National Park Service and Partner Agencies Announce $25.7 Million in Save America’s Treasures Grants
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: September 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the Institute for Museum and Library... |
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Caucus to Protect Historic Stadiums Launched in Congress
Contributed by Business Wire
Posted: September 8, 2023
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From Preservation Action: This week, Rep. Garret Graves (R-LA) and Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) launched the bipartisan Historic Stadium Caucus in the House. The Caucus... |
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Pre-Applications Now Open for 2023 Technical Assistance Grants from the Preservation League of NYS
Contributed by Preservation League of NYS
Posted: September 7, 2023
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Technical Assistance Grants are available to eligible NYS nonprofits and municipalities. The TAG Program provides support for planning studies or analyses of New York State’s historic resources that... |
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National Park Service awards over $603,000 to American Indian Tribes, Alaskan Natives and Native Hawaiian Organizations
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: August 31, 2023
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WASHINGTON - The National Park Service (NPS) announced $603,149 in grants today for 10 projects across the country to support the protection of America’s Native cultures.
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Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) Sends Letter to Congress In Support of HPF Reauthorization
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: August 25, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Earlier this month the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP), an independent federal agency tasked with advising the President and Congress... |
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Lahaina Fire Task Force - Call for Architectural Historians, Historic Architects & Professionals in the Field
Contributed by Society of Architectural Historians
Posted: August 23, 2023
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Please see the message below from Janet Six, Principal Archaeologist for the County of Maui. Dr. Six is compiling a database of professionals working in fields related to historic preservation... |
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National Park Service Awards Over $9.6 Million in Grants to Support Preservation in Rural Communities
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: August 16, 2023
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) announced nearly $9.7 million in Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grants to 13 subgrant programs in 12 states today to support economic development through... |
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House Committee Approves Bill to Exempt Certain Broadband Projects From the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: August 4, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Last week the House Natural Resources Committee held a hearing where they voted to advance H.R. 4141, which would completely eliminate all required... |
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Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings into Affordable Housing Honored by the ACHP and HUD
Contributed by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
Posted: August 3, 2023
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) Chair Sara C. Bronin and U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman today presented... |
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President Biden Establishes Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument as America’s 425th National Park
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: July 28, 2023
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WASHINGTON – The Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument became the country’s 425th national park today, on the 82ndanniversary of Till’s birth, as President Biden established the park... |
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House Committee Approves FY24 Interior Appropriations Bill- Includes $175.4 Million for HPF
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: July 24, 2023
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From Preservation Action: This week the House Appropriations Committee voted 33-27 to advance their FY24 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill.... |
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House Subcommittee Marks Up Interior Appropriations Bill- Includes $175.4 Million for HPF
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: July 17, 2023
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From Preservation Action: This week the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies held the
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Urge Support For the HTC-GO Act & Invite Members of Congress on Site Visits During August Recess
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: July 17, 2023
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From Preservation Action: The August congressional recess is just around the corner. Preservation Action encourages you to ramp up your advocacy efforts around the Historic Tax Credit... |
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National Park Service Awards $10 Million in Funding in Semiquincentennial Grants
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: July 13, 2023
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) awarded $10 million today in the second round of funding from the Semiquincentennial Grant Program commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding... |
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State Historic Tax Credits: Opportunities for Affordable Housing and Sustainability
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: July 13, 2023
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The world of redevelopment and state historic tax credits is changing to help address two of our country’s most pressing challenges—creating more affordable housing and lowering carbon emissions. Access... |
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Legislation Reintroduced to Help Revitalize Distressed Homes
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: July 7, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Last month, Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) and Rep. Brian Higgins (D-NY) introduced the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act (H.R. 3940, S. 657)... |
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National Trust Launches New Resource for State HTCs With Focus on Sustainability and Affordable Housing
Contributed by The National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: July 7, 2023
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The National Trust for Historic Preservation is building on their State Historic Tax Credit Resource Guide and Data Center with a new report on opportunities for sustainability and affordable... |
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Senate Committee Holds Hearing on Several National Park Bills
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: July 7, 2023
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From Preservation Action: The Senate Energy and Natural Resources National Parks Subcommittee recently held a hearing on several important National Park related bills. This included... |
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Urge Your Representative to Support National Historic Trail Designation for Route 66
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: July 7, 2023
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Designating Route 66 as a National Historic Trail will have a significant economic impact in the eight states along the iconic route and appropriately recognize the historic roadway ahead of its upcoming... |
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Senate Sets Allocations for FY24 Spending Bills Includes $37.9 Billion for the Interior and Environment Bill
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: July 3, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Last week, the Senate Appropriations Committee approved subcommittee funding caps or 302(b) allocations for the FY24 spending bills along a party... |
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The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation is Seeking Comments on Secretary of Interior's Standards
Contributed by The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
Posted: June 27, 2023
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The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) is currently seeking feedback from the public on the Secretary on the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. The... |
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United States Agrees to Rejoin UNESCO
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: June 27, 2023
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From Preservation Action: This week the Biden Administration reached an agreement with the United Nation's Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for the United... |
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Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) Members Adopt Policy on Climate Impacts to Historic Places
Contributed by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
Posted: June 23, 2023
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Washington, D.C. – Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) members today adopted a Climate Change and Historic Preservation Policy Statement. The policy was developed to acknowledge... |
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Deadline Reminder: Applications for History of Equal Rights (HER) Grant Program due July 11, 2023
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: June 14, 2023
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The State, Tribal, Local, Plans Grants Division is now accepting applications for the History of Equal Rights (HER) grant program. Before applying, please make sure that you... |
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Breaking News: We’re Preserving Black History with $3.8 Million in Grants (National Trust for Historic Preservation)
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: June 13, 2023
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Today, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, through its African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, announced $3.8 million in grant funding to 40 sites and organizations representing African... |
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DC Preservation League to Administer Study on Latino History in Washington, DC
Contributed by DC Preservation League
Posted: June 13, 2023
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The DC Preservation League (DCPL) is pleased to announce it will partner with the DC Office of Planning's Historic Preservation Office(DC HPO) to implement a $50,000 grant from the National... |
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Biden-Harris Administration Protects Chaco Region, Tribal Cultural Sites from Development
Contributed by Department of Interior
Posted: June 12, 2023
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Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland took action today to protect the cultural and historic resources surrounding Chaco Culture National Historical Park from new oil and gas leasing and mining claims.... |
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Indiana Establishes State Historic Tax Credit Program
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: June 12, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Last month the Indiana legislature passed legislation that establishes a new state historic tax credit program. Provisions establishing the program were included... |
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Announcing the Albina Preservation Initiative
Contributed by Restore Oregon
Posted: June 9, 2023
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In an effort to tell an inclusive story of Oregon's past, Restore Oregon, Oregon’s only statewide nonprofit historic preservation organization, is launching the Albina Preservation Initiative—a collaborative... |
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Lawmakers Introduce School Infrastructure Modernization Act to Help Historic Schools Access HTCs
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: May 30, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Lawmakers in the House and Senate introduced legislation that would make it easier to use the Historic Tax Credit (HTC) to rehabilitate historic schools that... |
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National Park Service Awards $21 Million to Help Preserve African American Civil Rights History
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: May 30, 2023
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) awarded $21 million today to 37 projects in 16 states as part of the Historic Preservation Fund’s African American Civil Rights grant program,... |
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Legislation to Reauthorize and Increase the Historic Preservation Fund Introduced in House
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: May 25, 2023
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From Preservation Action: This week Rep. Mike Turner (D-OH), Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), Rep. Mike Carey(R-OH), and Rep. Teresa Leger-Fernandez(D-NM) introduced... |
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Minnesota Historic Tax Credit Reinstated & Extended
Contributed by Rethos Policy Institute
Posted: May 25, 2023
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The Minnesota House of Representatives and Senate have each passed an Omnibus Taxes bill that includes the reinstatement and extension of the state Historic Structure Rehabilitation Tax Credit! The... |
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Announcing America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places of 2023
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: May 9, 2023
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Now in its 36th year, the National Trust’s annual list of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places continues to be a powerful, galvanizing tool for historic preservation, with over... |
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National Park Service awards $9.7 million to help preserve America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: May 8, 2023
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service today awarded $9.7 million to fourteen projects in ten states as part of the Historic Preservation Fund’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities grant... |
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Legislation Introduced in House Would Limit Funds Available to the Historic Preservation Fund and ACHP
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: April 26, 2023
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From Preservation Action: A series of harmful bills were introduced in the House that would limit the availability funds for the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), the Advisory... |
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Underrepresented Communities (URC) Notice of Funding Opportunity for FY2023
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: April 19, 2023
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The State, Tribal, Local, Plans Grants Division is now accepting applications for the Underrepresented Communities Grant Program. Before applying, please make sure that you have... |
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Bills to Enhance Arkansas' Historic Tax Credit Pass State Legislature
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: April 14, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Last week, two bills to enhance and extend the Arkansas Historic Tax Credit program passed the state House and Senate. SB461 increases the overall... |
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Legislation to Improve and Enhance the Historic Tax Credit Introduced in the House- Take Action!
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: April 3, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Legislation to enhance and improve the federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (HTC) was reintroduced in the House by Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL), Rep.... |
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Preservation Action Submits Testimony to House Interior Appropriations Committee
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: March 26, 2023
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Last week, Preservation Action submitted written testimony to the House Appropriations Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee as they work on drafting the FY24... |
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Biden Administration Releases Budget Request - Includes $177.9 Million for the Historic Preservation Fund
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: March 20, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Last week, the Biden Administration released their FY24 budget request. This includes specific funding requests for the Department of Interior... |
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Historic Tax Credit Growth and Opportunity Act Introduced in Senate
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: March 17, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Legislation to enhance and improve the federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit (HTC) was reintroduced in the Senate by Sen. Ben Cardin (D-MD), Sen.... |
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Legislation Introduced in Florida to Establish a State Historic Tax Credit
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: February 15, 2023
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From Preservation Action: Last month, the Main Street Historic Tourism and Revitalization Act (SB 288, HB 499) was introduced in the Florida state House and state Senate.... |
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Congress Passes Year-End Omnibus Funding Bill With Record Support for Historic Preservation
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: January 2, 2023
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From Preservation Action: After weeks of negotiations and an additional week long continuing resolution to keep the government open until Dec. 23rd, Congress passed a wide reaching year-end... |
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Notice of Funding Opportunity for FY2022 Tribal Heritage Grant Program
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: December 30, 2022
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The National Park Service's Tribal Heritage Grants Program (THG) is now accepting applications for competitive grants. National Park Service’s Tribal Heritage Grants Program focuses on protecting... |
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Preservation Action: Three Bills We're Urging Support for in the Final Days of the 117th Congress
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: December 17, 2022
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From Preservation Action: As the current Congress comes to a close, here are three bills that Preservation Action is urging lawmakers to pass in the final days of the session. While... |
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Urge Support for the National Heritage Area Act
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: December 17, 2022
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From Preservation Action: Urgent action is needed to advance the National Heritage Area Act of 2021 (S. 1942, H.R. 1316). This important bill would create a much-needed uniform system to... |
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PlaceEconomics: Take Our Prespoll (Looking Toward 2023 for Historic Preservation)
Contributed by PlaceEconomics
Posted: December 14, 2022
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From PlaceEconomics: What will the new year bring for historic preservation? Our last PresPoll of 2022 looks forward to 2023 and asks those who make preservation happen (that means you) what... |
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Big News for Downtown Rochester and a Landmark Five to Revive
Contributed by The Landmark Society of Western New York
Posted: December 8, 2022
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On Monday, Governor Hochul announced five transformational projects in the City of Rochester that will be funded by Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Awards totaling $10 million. The first... |
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Department of Interior Remarks: Preserve Sites Connected to Emmett Till and Mamie Till Mobley
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: October 21, 2022
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My name is Brent Leggs and I represent the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which is headquartered in Washington, DC. I’m here today because we’d like the president to use his authority under... |
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Reminder: Upcoming Deadline for FY2022 African American Civil Rights (AACR)
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: October 18, 2022
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Reminder: Upcoming Deadline for FY2022 African American Civil Rights (AACR) Applications are due November 8, 2022 The goal of the African American Civil Rights grant... |
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Where do Congressional Candidates Stand on Historic Preservation? Check Out the Results of our Candidate Survey!
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: October 14, 2022
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From Preservation Action: With the 2022 midterm elections just around the corner, Preservation Action is excited to announce the results of our 2022 Historic Preservation Congressional... |
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Save America's Treasures Grant Program Accepting Applications for FY2022
Contributed by States Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: September 22, 2022
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The National Park Service is now accepting applications for the Save America’s... |
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House Natural Resources Committee Holds Hearing on Bills to Protect Tribal Cultural Resources
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: September 18, 2022
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From Preservation Action: This week, the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests and Public Lands held a legislative hearing on the Advancing Tribal... |
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African American Civil Rights (AACR) FY2022 Application Resources
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: September 15, 2022
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The National Park Service announces availability of grant funding through
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Announcing Save America's Treasures Grant Recipients for FY2021
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: September 9, 2022
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Institute for Museum and Library Services today... |
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Deadline Reminder for FY2022 History of Equal Rights (HER) Grant Program
Contributed by National Park Service, State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG)
Posted: August 30, 2022
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The State, Tribal, Local, Plans Grants Division is now accepting applications for the History of Equal Rights (HER) grant program. Before applying, please make sure that you... |
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Preservation Maryland Launches New Service to Aid Organizations With Historic Revitalization Projects
Contributed by Preservation Maryland
Posted: August 24, 2022
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The Revitalization Support Center Joins the Nonprofit’s Historic Property Redevelopment Program to Help Preserve Historic Properties in Maryland. Preservation Maryland is pleased to... |
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Preservation Action Launches 2022 Historic Preservation Congressional Candidate Survey
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: August 20, 2022
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Preservation Action is excited announce the launch of our 2022 Congressional Candidate Historic Preservation Survey. For the fourth time, Preservation Action is surveying U.S House and Senate candidates... |
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Preservation Action Launches Initiative Inviting Congress to Visit Historic Tax Credit Projects
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: August 19, 2022
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Preservation Action is launching an initiative to ramp up advocacy efforts around the Historic Tax Credit Growth and Opportunity Act (H.R. 2294, S. 2266) by inviting members of Congress... |
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House Passes Minibus Including Interior Appropriations Bill
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: July 22, 2022
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From Preservation Action: This week the House passed six of their 12 appropriations bills, 220-207, as part of a minibus spending package (H.R. 8294). This included the FY23 Interior, Environment,... |
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House Passes Public Lands Bills Establishing New National Heritage Areas
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: July 22, 2022
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From Preservation Action: This week the House passed nine public lands bills, including three bills that establish new National Heritage Areas and legislation to reauthorize the National... |
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Minnesota's State Historic Tax Credit Expires
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: July 7, 2022
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From Preservation Action: Disappointing news out of Minnesota this week, where the state's very successful Historic Tax Credit program has expired. Minnesota's Historic Tax Credit (HTC) program,... |
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House Appropriations Committee Releases FY23 Draft Interior Bill Including Support for the HPF
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: June 30, 2022
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From Preservation Action: This week the House Appropriations Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee held the markup for their FY23 Interior Appropriations... |
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National Park Visitor Spending Contributed $42.5 Billion to U.S. Economy in 2021
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: June 24, 2022
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WASHINGTON – The Department of the Interior today announced that visitor spending in communities near national parks in 2021 resulted in a $42.5 billion benefit to the nation’s economy and... |
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National Park Service Awards $3.4 Million in Grants to Preserve and Interpret World War II Japanese American Confinement Sites
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: June 22, 2022
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service today announced $3,405,000 in Japanese American Confinement Sites grants. These funds will support 19 preservation, restoration, and education projects... |
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Legislation to Temporarily Expand Ohio's Historic Tax Credit Heads to Governor's Desk
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: June 3, 2022
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From Preservation Action: Legislation to temporarily expand Ohio's state historic tax credit program is heading to Gov. Mike Dewine for his signature. S.B. 225, unanimously... |
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History of Equal Rights Grants Program FY22 Notice of Funding Opportunity
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants (STLPG) Division of the National Park Service
Posted: May 26, 2022
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The State, Tribal, Local, Plans Grants Division is now accepting applications for the History of Equal Rights (HER) grant program. Before applying, please make sure that you... |
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Announcing the 2022 Great American Main Street Award Winners
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: May 25, 2022
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Main Street America is proud to recognize Heart of Biddeford in Biddeford, Maine; Hammond Downtown Development District in Hammond, Louisiana; and Laramie Main Street Alliance in Laramie,... |
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National Park Service Awards $1 Million to Protect Historic Battlefields in Arkansas, Louisiana and South Carolina
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: May 20, 2022
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WASHINGTON - The National Park Service’s American Battlefield Protection Program (ABPP) today awarded $1,002,112.35 in Battlefield Land Acquisition Grants to the Arkansas Department of Parks,... |
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Preservation Action Hosts Preservation Month Virtual Congressional Briefing
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: May 20, 2022
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In recognition of National Historic Preservation Month, Preservation Action along with the Historic Preservation Congressional Caucus held a virtual Preservation Month Congressional Briefing earlier... |
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Seven to Save: 2022-2023 Edition (Preservation League of NYS)
Contributed by Preservation League of NYS
Posted: May 18, 2022
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Since 1999, the Preservation League has highlighted New York’s most endangered historic sites through its Seven to Save program. The League works closely with local advocates over the course of the... |
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Urge Your Senators to Sign-on to the Bipartisan FY23 Historic Preservation Fund Dear Colleague Letter Today (Preservation Action)
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: May 18, 2022
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From Preservation Action: The appropriations process is in full swing in Congress, which will determine Fiscal Year 2023 funding levels for historic preservation and we need your... |
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Governor Hogan Signs Historic Tax Credit Bill Into Law
Contributed by Preservation Maryland
Posted: May 16, 2022
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Preservation Maryland’s Director of Government Relations Elly Cowan joined Senator Katie Fry Hester and Isaac Meyer from Compass Government Relations Partners in Annapolis May 16, 2022 as the Historic... |
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Help Requested Identifying Ukrainian Archival, Cultural, and Scientific Collections Under Threat
Contributed by Society of Architectural Historians
Posted: May 15, 2022
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The US Department of State, the Interagency Working Group on Scientific Collections (IWGSC), the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative (SCRI) are working... |
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ACHP Seeks Public Input on Proposal Easing Federal Efforts to Install Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment
Contributed by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
Posted: May 10, 2022
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Washington, D.C.–The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) is seeking public input on a proposed exemption that would release all federal agencies from the requirement to consider the effects... |
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National Park Service announces $73.6M in Historic Preservation Grants to states and Tribes
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: May 9, 2022
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) today announced the distribution of $57,675,000 in historic preservation grants for states, territories, and partnering nations, and $16 million to... |
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The National Trust for Historic Preservation Announces the 35th Annual List of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places
Contributed by The National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: May 4, 2022
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Today, we release the 35th annual list of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. Each year, this list shines a light on the threats facing some of the nation’s greatest cultural treasures.... |
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400 Years of African American History Commission to award $150,000 in National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Grants
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: May 2, 2022
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service today announced the availability of $150,000 in National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Grants. This grant program, funded by the 400 Years of African... |
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National Park Service Awards $3.27 Million to Help Preserve America’s Equal Rights History
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: May 1, 2022
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WASHINGTON – Ten historic sites associated with the preservation of civil rights history in America will receive a combined $3.27 million in National Park Service History of Equal Rights Grants. These... |
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National Park Service awards $1M to help preserve underrepresented community history
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: April 11, 2022
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) today awarded $1 million in Underrepresented Community Grants to 22 projects in 16 states, the District of Columbia, and Guam. These funds will support... |
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National Park Service Awards $2.3 Million to Support Community Efforts to Preserve Local History Through Battlefields
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: April 10, 2022
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WASHINGTON - The National Park Service’s American Battlefield Protection Program (ABPP) today awarded $2,347,080 in Battlefield... |
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National Trust for Historic Preservation Awards 80 Grants to Support Telling the Full History
Contributed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
Posted: April 10, 2022
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Today, the National Trust for Historic Preservation announced the award of $2.5 million in grants to 80 organizations across 39 states. The grants are awarded through the National Trust’s Telling... |
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Urge Your Representative to Sign-on to the Historic Preservation Fund Dear Colleague Letter
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: April 10, 2022
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From Preservation Action: Congress is kicking off the appropriations process which will determine Fiscal Year 2023 funding levels for historic preservation and we need your help! The... |
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Updated Federal Training Course on Working Effectively with Tribal Governments Now Available
Contributed by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
Posted: March 31, 2022
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Working Effectively with American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal Governments, an online training course to provide users with a better understanding and greater knowledge of... |
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National Park Service adds 16 new listings to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: March 30, 2022
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service has added 16 new listings to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. The 16 new listings across 11 states join 700 sites, facilities, and programs... |
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President proposes $3.6 billion budget for the National Park Service in FY23
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: March 28, 2022
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WASHINGTON — The Biden-Harris Administration today submitted to Congress the President’s Budget for fiscal year 2023. The President’s Budget details his vision to expand on the historic progress... |
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Urge Your Members of Congress to Co-sponsor the African American Burial Grounds Preservation Act
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: March 19, 2022
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From Preservation Action: Last month, Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Sen. Mitt Romney (R-UT) introduced the African American Burial Grounds Preservation Act (S.... |
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Director Sams Highlights Billion-Dollar Investment in NPS Infrastructure During Visit to Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: March 16, 2022
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WASHINGTON—During a visit to Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (NHS), National Park Service Director Chuck Sams toured a $15.2 million construction project... |
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President Biden Designates Amache National Historic Site as America’s Newest National Park
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: March 16, 2022
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WASHINGTON — President Biden signed the Amache National Historic Site Act today, designating the Amache site in Granada, Colorado as part of the National Park System. This designation, the first in... |
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Semiquincentennial Grant Program (State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants - National Park Service)
Contributed by State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants - National Park Service
Posted: February 26, 2022
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The National Park Service is pleased to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States with the launch of the Semiquincentennial Grant Program. This is a new grant program created by Congress in... |
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African American Burial Grounds Preservation Act Introduced in Senate
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: February 20, 2022
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From Preservation Action: This week, Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Sen. Mitt Romney (R-UT) introduced the African American Burial Grounds Preservation Act (S.... |
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Action Alert: Urge Your Rep to Co-Sponsor the Historic Preservation Enhancement Act
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: February 12, 2022
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From Preservation Action: Rep. Teresa Leger-Fernández (D-NM) and Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) recently introduced the Historic Preservation Enhancement Act (H.R. 6589)... |
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Bill Introduced to Permanently Authorize and Fully Fund the Historic Preservation Fund at $300 Million
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: February 7, 2022
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From Preservation Action: This week, Rep. Teresa Leger-Fernández (D-NM) and Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) introduced the Historic Preservation Enhancement Act... |
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National Historic Preservation Act as a Model for the Protection of Sacred Places in Other Nations
Contributed by The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
Posted: January 26, 2022
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(WASHINGTON, D.C.) -- The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation recently released a report, The... |
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Bill to Establish State Historic Tax Credit Introduced in Florida
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: January 22, 2022
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From Preservation Action: Legislation was introduced in the Florida House and Senate to create a state Historic Tax Credit program. The Main Street Tourism and Historic Revitalization... |
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State Announces $3.46 Million in Capital Grants for Arts, Culture, Heritage and Public Historic Sites
Contributed by R.I. Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission
Posted: January 18, 2022
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PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) and the Rhode Island Historical Preservation Heritage Commission (RIHPHC) jointly announced today... |
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New Report Shows Economic Impact of the Historic Tax Credit
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: January 8, 2022
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A new report from the National Park Service and Rutgers University’s Center for Urban Policy Research, shows the continued economic impact of the Historic Tax Credit (HTC). According to the "Annual Report... |
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Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Offers Free E Learning Courses
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: December 8, 2021
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Interested in learning more about how communities can get involved in federal projects that may affect historic resources? The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) is offering several free... |
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Historic Tax Credit Provisions Not Included in Latest Draft of Build Back Better Act - Take Action!
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: November 6, 2021
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Over the last several weeks House and Senate leaders have been negotiating the Build Back Better Act, President Biden's social infrastructure reconciliation package. As a result, the size and scope of... |
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Senate Interior Spending Bill Markup Includes Record $180 Million for Historic Preservation Fund
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: October 23, 2021
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From Preservation Action: The Senate Appropriations Committee released a draft of the Senate Interior Appropriations Bill Markup this week. The bill included a substantial... |
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National Park Service awards $917K in debut of Battlefield Interpretive Grants
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: October 18, 2021
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WASHINGTON - The National Park Service’s American Battlefield Protection Program (NPS ABPP) today awarded $917,173 in Battlefield Interpretation Grants to preservation partners across the country.... |
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Historic Preservation Fund Competitive Grant Programs Accepting Applications
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: October 17, 2021
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From Preservation Action: Several competitive grant programs, funded through the Historic Preservation Fund, are currently accepting applications. Together these programs are helping... |
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House Committee Advances Bills Protecting Cultural Heritage and Establishing New Heritage Areas
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: October 17, 2021
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This week, the House Natural Resources Committee held a markup hearing on several bills, including legislation that impacts cultural heritage and public lands. The committee voted by unanimous... |
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Underground Railroad Sites, Programs and Facilities Recognized: Network to Freedom Announces 18 New Listings in 11 States
Contributed by National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom (National Park Service)
Posted: September 30, 2021
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WASHINGTON - The National Park Service is adding 18 new listings to the Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. The new listings, alongside 698 others already in the Network, provide insight... |
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Advocacy Alert: Raise your voice in support of Historic Tax Credits
Contributed by Preservation League of NYS
Posted: September 28, 2021
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From Preservation League of NYS: As you may have heard, the recent U.S. House infrastructure legislation included provisions to improve the federal historic tax credit - improving... |
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House Committees Begin Drafting $3.5 Trillion Reconciliation Package. Urge Support for Historic Tax Credit Enhancements
Contributed by Preservation Action
Posted: September 11, 2021
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From Preservation Action: This week, House committees began considering their portions of the $3.5 trillion 'Build... |
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National Park Service and Partner Agencies Announce $15.5 Million in Save America’s Treasures Grants
Contributed by National Park Service - State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants Division
Posted: September 11, 2021
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The National Park Service (NPS) in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), and the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS)... |
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National September 11 Memorial & Museum receives $2.5 million grant from National Park Service
Contributed by National Park Service
Posted: September 7, 2021
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WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) today announced it has awarded the National September 11 Memorial Museum in New York City a $2.5 million 9/11 Memorial Act grant. The funding will provide... |
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