Advocate for National Heritage Areas

Join the Alliance of National Heritage Areas (ANHA) in encouraging the United States House Committee on Natural Resources to support S. 1942, the National Heritage Areas Act of 2021. S. 1942 providing long-term stability to National Heritage Areas (NHAs).

Below is a sample letter that you can copy and send. Email your letter to AllianceofNHAs@gmail.com by October 4, 2021.

We can only continue our work with your support!

Advocacy Letter Template:

[DATE]

Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
304 Dirksen Senate Building
Washington, DC 20510

Dear Chairman Manchin and Ranking Member Barrasso,

As a citizen of the Great State of Maryland, I respectfully submit this letter to encourage the United States Senate Committee on Natural Resources to support S. 1942, the National Heritage Areas Act of 2021. S. 1942 provides long-term stability to National Heritage Areas (NHAs); standardizes the designation, evaluation, and oversight of NHAs; and strengthens protections for private property rights. S. 1942 will also eliminate the need for action on numerous individual reauthorization bills that have been introduced for the 30 National Heritage Areas sunsetting in 2021.

The numerous historic sites, including Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine within the Baltimore National Heritage Area reflect a diverse and robust heritage that is particular to our nation. It is through this heritage that residents and visitors deepen their sense of place. Through the National Heritage Area programs, we are able at the local level to continue to interpret and connect us with the past. All the sites within the Baltimore National Heritage Area represent us building a strong and resilient Nation.

America is represented through the regional diversity reflected in every National Heritage Area. Our ideals and aspirations as a democratic republic are charged by this heritage.

We thank you for your strong support of S. 1942. Please accept this letter as an open invitation to Chairman Manchin, Ranking Member Barrasso, and distinguished members of the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources to visit us in Baltimore, Maryland. We look forward to showing you our rich cultural heritage of Chesapeake Bay and Patapsco River connecting us to Captain John Smith National Historic Trail and the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trails with the utmost hospitality and gratitude.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]