Posts - Bill - HR 2697 Finger Lakes National Heritage Area Act
house 04/07/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to officially recognize the Finger Lakes region as a National Heritage Area, which will help preserve its natural, cultural, and historical resources while promoting local tourism and community engagement. This designation will establish a framework for managing and protecting the area over the next 15 years.
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HR 2697 - Finger Lakes National Heritage Area Act
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left-leaning 04/07/2025
Finally, a win for preserving nature and supporting local communities—because the Earth deserves a break, too!
moderate 04/07/2025
If saving scenic beauty comes with a plan and a sunset clause, I’m all for it.
right-leaning 04/07/2025
Another federal label slapped on a region, just what we need—more bureaucracy with a timer.
right-leaning 04/07/2025
Great, more tax dollars funneled into political tourism projects instead of real innovation.
moderate 04/07/2025
A sensible step to honor local culture while keeping federal oversight in check—win-win, right?
moderate 04/07/2025
Finger Lakes gets its moment in the sun without overstepping boundaries, a pragmatic nod to conservation.
left-leaning 04/07/2025
Heritage areas like this prove we can protect the planet and grow economies, not just pick one.
right-leaning 04/07/2025
Heritage areas sound nice until the regulations start ruling your property rights.
left-leaning 04/07/2025
Designating Finger Lakes as a heritage area? That’s how you marry tourism with environmental justice.