Joshua Tree National Park Expansion Act

Senate Bill

S. 1777

119th Congress

Joshua Tree National Park Expansion Act

In Committee

Introduced:May 15, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Jacklyn Rosen

D - NV

Cosponsors

5

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This bill expands the boundaries of Joshua Tree National Park in California, adding adjacent federal lands to the park to protect additional desert ecosystems, unique geological features, and the iconic Joshua trees.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Introduced5/15/2025

StatusRead twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (Sponsor introductory rema

ChamberSenate

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Joshua Tree National Park Expansion Act

This bill expands the boundaries of Joshua Tree National Park in California, adding adjacent federal lands to the park to protect additional desert ecosystems, unique geological features, and the iconic Joshua trees.

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This bill expands the boundaries of Joshua Tree National Park in California, adding adjacent federal lands to the park to protect additional desert ecosystems, unique geological features, and the iconic Joshua trees.

Bill Number: 1777
Introduced: 5/15/2025
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (Sponsor introductory rema
Policy Area: International Affairs

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Fact Sheet

Title: Joshua Tree National Park Expansion Act
Bill Number: 1777
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (Sponsor introductory rema
Introduced: 5/15/2025
Summary: This bill expands the boundaries of Joshua Tree National Park in California, adding adjacent federal lands to the park to protect additional desert ecosystems, unique geological features, and the iconic Joshua trees.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill expands the boundaries of Joshua Tree National Park in California, adding adjacent federal lands to the park to protect additional desert ecosystems, unique geological features, and the iconic Joshua trees.

Last updated: 1/5/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Abraham Accords Cybersecurity Cooperation Act of 2023 This bill allows the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to, in consultation with the Department of State, engage in activities to strengthen network defense and cybersecurity collaboration between Abraham Accords countries and the United States. This bill may not be construed to modify or expand any existing authority granted to DHS or the State Department. (The Abraham Accords are agreements to normalize or improve relations between Israel and four members of the Arab League: the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan.)

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Expands Joshua Tree National Park boundaries
Adds federal lands to existing park
Protects additional desert ecosystems
Preserves unique geological features
Enhances protection for Joshua trees

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Visitors to Joshua Tree would have access to expanded park lands. Desert ecosystems and wildlife would receive additional federal protection. Local communities near the park could see increased tourism. Land management would transfer to the National Park Service.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

1777, 119th Congress (2025). "Joshua Tree National Park Expansion Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-s-1777

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