A bill to redesignate the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, as the "Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center".
- Bill Number
- S. 790
- Origin Chamber
- Senate
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Status
- Passed Senate
- Latest Action
- 2026-05-20: Held at the desk.
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-22T14:39:42Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose of the Legislation
This legislation aims to honor Barbara L. Cubin by renaming an existing federal interpretive center in Casper, Wyoming. The center focuses on historic trails and is being redesignated to recognize her contributions.
Key Provisions Outlined
- The National Historic Trails Interpretive Center, established under Public Law 105-290, is redesignated as the "Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center."
- All references in U.S. laws, maps, regulations, documents, or records to the original center name are automatically updated to the new name.
- A conforming amendment updates the text of the original establishing law (Public Law 105-290) to reflect the new designation.
Significant Changes to Existing Law Introduced
This bill introduces a name change to the center originally created in 1998. It amends the second sentence of section 2(a) in Public Law 105-290 by replacing the prior name with the new one honoring Barbara L. Cubin. No other alterations to the center's operations or establishment are made.
Potential Impacts
- On government agencies: Federal entities managing the center, such as those under the Department of the Interior, would update official records, signage, and references, resulting in minor administrative adjustments.
- On citizens: Visitors and the local community in Casper, Wyoming, may experience increased recognition of the site through the new name, potentially supporting tourism or educational efforts related to historic trails.
- On international relations: No direct effects are outlined, as the legislation focuses solely on a domestic renaming within the United States.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- The National Park Service or relevant federal agency responsible for the interpretive center.
- Residents and officials in Casper, Wyoming, along with trail enthusiasts and educational groups.
- Barbara L. Cubin, her family, and supporters who may view this as a formal recognition of her legacy.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
This measure falls within Congress's authority to designate names for federal properties and does not raise constitutional concerns, as it involves no new regulatory powers or funding changes. It represents a standard legislative practice for commemorating individuals through public facilities, with no apparent broader political or legal shifts beyond the symbolic renaming.
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Sponsor
Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Cosponsors (1)
Recent Actions
- 2026-05-20: Held at the desk.
- 2026-05-20: Received in the House.
- 2026-05-20: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- 2026-05-20: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2387; text: CR S2387)
- 2026-05-20: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-05-20: Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-05-20: Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- 2026-02-04: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
- 2025-12-02: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.
- 2025-02-27: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- 2025-02-27: Introduced in Senate
Bill Versions
- An Act To redesignate the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, as the Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center. — issued 2026-05-20
- To redesignate the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, as the Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center. — issued 2025-02-27 — PDF (2 pages)