Bill Overview
Title: Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park Boundary Revision Act
Description: This bill revises the boundary of the Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park in Missouri. The Department of the Interior may acquire, by donation, the land (including any improvements to the land) owned by the city of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, and used as the visitor center for the park, as generally identified on the revised map of the park. Upon acquisition of such land, Interior shall revise the boundary of the park to include the acquired land.
Sponsors: Rep. Smith, Jason [R-MO-8]
Target Audience
Population: People affected by Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park boundary revision
Estimated Size: 1000000
- The bill directly affects the boundary of the Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park, which is located in Missouri.
- Residents of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, will have their visitor center included in the national park.
- Local businesses in Ste. Genevieve could be impacted by changes in tourism corresponding to the park's boundary revision.
- Tourists visiting Ste. Genevieve will now possibly have additional facilities and land to explore within the park.
- The entire global community may be indirectly affected, although minimally, through conservation efforts or tourism-related interests.
Reasoning
- The population directly affected by this policy is notably small, as it primarily concerns the residents of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, which has about 4,500 people. Further direct impact includes tourists and local businesses.
- The budget constraints imply that substantial changes or effects outside Ste. Genevieve are unlikely in the immediate term.
- The wellbeing scores are an approximate measure to assess perceptions of personal and community impact, reflecting changes in tourism, economic activities, and potential pride in national heritage.
- Most Americans will experience no measurable impact from this policy, as it engages with a specific local issue.
Simulated Interviews
Owner of a local gift shop (Ste. Genevieve, Missouri)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I believe including our visitor center in the national park will attract more visitors.
- I hope it will boost local businesses like mine.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Retired (Ste. Genevieve, Missouri)
Age: 63 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think this is a great step for preserving our local history.
- It might encourage more people to take an interest in our heritage.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Travel blogger (Columbia, Missouri)
Age: 34 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This expansion might make Ste. Genevieve a more exciting destination for tourists.
- I'm interested to see how it will change the park experience.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 8 |
High school history teacher (St. Louis, Missouri)
Age: 47 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I might bring students to visit the expanded park.
- It presents a nice learning opportunity close to home.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Environmental consultant (Chicago, Illinois)
Age: 41 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad to see this step towards better conservation.
- I hope it encourages other parks to consider expansion.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Photographer (Kansas City, Missouri)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This might enhance the scenic potential of Ste. Genevieve for photography.
- I look forward to exploring the new map area.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Travel agency owner (New York, New York)
Age: 38 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- While it's a minor change, it's a potential new highlight for Midwest tours.
- Our clients do appreciate national heritage sites.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
College student (Ste. Genevieve, Missouri)
Age: 22 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This might mean more summer job opportunities and permanent roles in the future.
- I'm excited about the park's growth and its inclusivity.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Mayor (Ste. Genevieve, Missouri)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is a pivotal moment for our city, putting us on the national map.
- I expect increased federal attention and aid.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
National Park Enthusiast (Dallas, Texas)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm curious about the inclusion, though it's distant.
- National parks are an important collective heritage.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $500000 (Low: $300000, High: $700000)
Year 2: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Year 3: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Year 5: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Year 10: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Year 100: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Key Considerations
- The land is acquired through donation, which significantly reduces initial land purchase costs.
- Operational cost efficiencies should be balanced against the initial administrative costs of the boundary revision.
- Increased tourism related to enhanced park facilities could alter the local economy; however, this change would likely be moderate.