A bill to amend the Dayton Aviation Heritage Preservation Act of 1992 to adjust the boundary of the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, and for other purposes.

Bill Summary: S. 2434 - Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park Boundary Adjustment

Overview

S. 2434 is a focused piece of legislation designed to expand the official boundaries of the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park in Dayton, Ohio. The bill amends the original Dayton Aviation Heritage Preservation Act of 1992 to incorporate a small additional parcel of land into the park's protected area.

Main Purpose and Intent

The primary intent of this bill is to bring a specific piece of land under the jurisdiction and protection of the National Park Service. By adjusting the boundary, the legislation ensures that the land—which is identified as a "Proposed Addition" on official maps—is formally recognized as part of the national historical park, likely to preserve sites related to the history of aviation.

Key Provisions

The bill contains one primary legislative action:
* Boundary Expansion: It amends Section 101 of the Dayton Aviation Heritage Preservation Act of 1992 (16 U.S.C. 410ww) to include approximately one (1) acre of land located in Dayton, Ohio.
* Mapping Specification: The specific area to be added is defined by the map titled "Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park Proposed Boundary Addition," dated February 2023.

Who is Affected?

• The National Park Service (NPS): The NPS will be responsible for the management and oversight of the newly added acreage.
• The Local Community: Residents and historians in Dayton, Ohio, will see a small increase in the protected federal footprint of the park, potentially enhancing the preservation of aviation history in the region.
• Visitors: Future visitors to the park may have access to additional historical sites or improved infrastructure resulting from this addition.

Procedural Status

• Introduced: July 24, 2025
• Current Status: The bill has been read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, which is the standard committee for legislation involving national parks and public lands.
• Sponsorship: The bill is supported by Co-sponsors Bernie Moreno and Jon Husted.