Missouri's Churchill museum would get a federal landmark title and a park study

What does this do?

The bill would give the museum at Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri, the official title "America's National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark." It would let the Secretary of the Interior make agreements with public or private groups to protect the site and run educational programs, and to give them technical and financial help. It would also order the Interior Department to study whether the museum should join the National Park System.

Who does it affect?

The college, the city of Fulton, and visitors to the museum are the most directly affected. Missouri, Fulton, the college, and other interested parties would give input to the study.

Why does it matter?

The museum would not become a national park; the bill only starts a study of that possibility and opens the door to possible federal help. The designation would not change who runs the museum or limit what the college or other property owners can already do with their property.

What does it cost, and who pays?

• Technical and financial help possible
• Study to estimate costs
• Report due 3 years after funding