AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Sep 9, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 16, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The bill establishes the General George C. Marshall House in Leesburg, Virginia as an affiliated area of the National Park System
- The George C. Marshall International Center is designated as the management entity for the affiliated area
- The Department of the Interior must enter into an agreement with the center describing roles and responsibilities for management
- Interior may provide technical assistance and cooperative agreements to the center for financial assistance related to marketing, marking, interpretation, and preservation
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The affiliated area designation aims to promote public appreciation of George C. Marshall's historic contributions, including his service as Army Chief of Staff, Secretary of State, American Red Cross president, and Secretary of Defense
- The bill establishes a formal management framework but does not specify funding amounts or timelines for Interior's assistance
- Effects on visitor access, staffing, or specific preservation outcomes are not documented in the official summary
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The bill passed the Senate without amendment by unanimous consent on May 20, 2026
- The House passed the bill on September 14, 2026 by voice vote under suspension of the rules after 40 minutes of debate
- The motion to reconsider was laid on the table on September 14, 2026
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 14, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Sep 14, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
- Sep 14, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
- Sep 14, 2026 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 603.
- Sep 14, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules.
- Sep 14, 2026 — Mr. Westerman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- May 20, 2026 — Held at the desk.
- May 20, 2026 — Received in the House.