Bill Overview
Title: John P. Parker House Study Act
Description: This bill directs the Department of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the John P. Parker House in Ripley, Ohio, to determine the suitability and feasibility of establishing the house as a unit of the National Park System.
Sponsors: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Target Audience
Population: People interested in historical sites and civil rights history
Estimated Size: 50000
- The John P. Parker House is located in Ripley, Ohio, indicating direct impact on the local community and potentially broader implications for tourism and historical interest in the area.
- A special resource study could lead to the House being established as a unit of the National Park System, which would impact individuals interested in American history, particularly the history of the Underground Railroad and civil rights.
- The National Park System is widely visited by tourists both domestic and international, indicating a broader impact on people interested in national parks and historical sites.
Reasoning
- The John P. Parker House Study Act primarily impacts individuals who are interested in historical preservation, particularly those interested in the history of the Underground Railroad and civil rights.
- Ripley, Ohio is a small town and the immediate local population is relatively small in number. Thus, direct local impact will be limited in terms of numbers, but possibly higher in intensity for those within the community.
- The larger group affected will be individuals nationwide who have an interest in historical sites, civil rights, and the National Park System.
- Interest in national parks and historical sites is moderately common, and impacts can include increased tourism, educational initiatives, and stronger community identity.
- With a budget of $400,000 annually, the policy is restricted mostly to initiating and conducting the study, which suggests that initial effects will be subtle, but potentially growth-inducing for the future if the National Park finds the site suitable and feasible.
Simulated Interviews
Local Historian (Ripley, Ohio)
Age: 42 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could bring much-needed attention and resources to our local history.
- It's important to connect with our past to educate future generations.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Tourism Professional (Columbus, Ohio)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- An establishment as a national park site could potentially boost tourism in the entire region.
- It would provide a new educational and cultural point of interest.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Retired Teacher (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Age: 65 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I believe educational efforts supported by this policy are essential for preserving history.
- I'm delighted at the opportunity for enhanced preservation and education.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
College Student (New York, New York)
Age: 22 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is an interesting development in the conservation of civil rights history.
- I might plan a visit to see how this evolves.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
National Park Enthusiast (Chicago, Illinois)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Another park to add to my list, especially with its historical significance.
- Understanding our history fully requires these sites.
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 | 9 | 7 |
Travel Blogger (Austin, Texas)
Age: 41 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Exciting potential spot to feature once established as a national site.
- History-focused audiences value such preservation.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Local Government Employee (Cleveland, Ohio)
Age: 34 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The study's outcome could influence regional development plans favorably.
- It promotes cultural heritage, vital for community identity.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Cultural Anthropologist (San Francisco, California)
Age: 29 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This supports broader efforts in cultural preservation which are essential for inclusive historical narratives.
- A significant addition to historical study.
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 | 8 | 6 |
High School Principal (Denver, Colorado)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Exciting educational potential for field trips or study tours.
- Enhances student connection to history beyond textbooks.
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 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Museum Curator (Boston, Massachusetts)
Age: 60 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Significant move toward recognising important historical milestones.
- Would complement other museum initiatives collaboratively.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $400000 (Low: $300000, High: $500000)
Year 2: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 3: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 5: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The study is a preliminary step and future costs would depend on subsequent actions taken based on the study's findings.
- Public interest and historical significance might influence further steps towards the establishment of the site within the National Park System.