A bill to establish the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas of the National Park System, and for other purposes.

This bill would establish two historic sites in Mississippi as affiliated areas of the National Park System: the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College. Affiliated area status means these sites would be formally recognized and connected to the National Park System, though they would not necessarily become full national parks. If enacted, this designation could provide increased visibility, potential funding opportunities, and enhanced preservation support for these culturally and historically significant locations. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in the Senate in February 2026 and referred to committee for consideration.