Bill intelligence
S. 3194, the Monterey Bay National Heritage Area Study Act, advanced out of committee on July 29, 2026.
S. 3194 — Monterey Bay National Heritage Area Study Act
Public Lands & Wildlife
What it does
This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to study whether certain coastal California counties (Monterey, San Mateo, Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo) and adjacent areas should be designated as a National Heritage Area. The study will assess suitability and feasibility in consultation with state, local, tribal, and nonprofit partners. No designation occurs unless Congress later approves; this bill only authorizes the study itself.
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What happens next
S. 3194 advanced out of committee. Next stop: a floor vote.
Who is behind it
Filed by Alex Padilla. Cosponsored by Adam Schiff.
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