Save the Liberty Theatre Act of 2021
Apr 19, 2022
Statute: 136 Stat. 1171
Became law: Apr 19, 2022
Apr 19, 2022
Statute: 136 Stat. 1171
Became law: Apr 19, 2022
Summary
Gives certain federal land, currently part of a national park, to the City of Eunice, Louisiana, at no cost.
What problem does this solve?
The City of Eunice, Louisiana, needed control over a piece of federal land within its original townsite that was part of a national park. This law solves the problem by transferring ownership of the land from the federal government to the city.
What does this law do?
Land transfer to the City of Eunice
Requires the Secretary of the Interior to give two parcels of land (Lots 5 and 6 of the Original Townsite of Eunice) to the city for free.
National Park boundary adjustment
Changes the boundary of the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve to remove the land given to the city, as well as two other nearby lots (Lots 7 and 8).
Who does this affect?
- City of Eunice, Louisiana
- National Park Service
- Residents of Eunice, Louisiana
What is the real world impact?
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Supports local community preservation
Gives the City of Eunice direct control over the land, allowing it to manage and preserve the historic Liberty Theatre area for the benefit of the community.
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Reduces federal management duties
Removes a small piece of land from the National Park Service's responsibility, which slightly lowers the federal government's land management tasks and costs.
When does this start?
This law becomes effective as soon as it is signed.