Texas wildlife refuge to be renamed for murdered 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray
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Sponsor: John Cornyn · Senator · TX
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Official title: Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge Act
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
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The law renames Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in Texas to Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge, changing only its official name.
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What does this do?
This law officially renames the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in Texas as the "Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge." The refuge's land, wildlife protections, and management remain unchanged, with only the official name updated on government maps, documents, laws, and records.
Who does it affect?
The change honors Jocelyn Nungaray, a 12-year-old from Houston murdered in June 2024. It affects federal agencies managing the refuge and any documents or signage referencing its name.
Why does it matter?
Official references to the refuge, including signage, paperwork, and legal records, will need to be updated to reflect the new name. Public access, environmental protections, funding, and daily operations remain unaffected.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMay 5, 2025
- Senate committee
- Senate vote
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: the president signed it. It's law.Now law
Latest action: — Became Public Law No: 119-30.
Recorded votes
Roll-call votes recorded since January 3, 2025.
House · · Roll call 193
As recorded
- Question
- On Motion to and Pass
- Result:
- Passed
- 372
- Nay
- 0
- 0
- 59
Republicans 194 yes, 25 not voting · Democrats 178 yes, 34 not voting
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