This bill renames the Great Falls Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge and Overlook Park within the Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park after Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.
Frank Pallone
Representative
NJ-6
This bill redesignates the Great Falls Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge and Overlook Park within the Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park in honor of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. The facilities will be renamed the Bill Pascrell, Jr. Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge and the Bill Pascrell, Jr. Overlook Park, respectively. Any reference to the former names in any law, map, regulation, document, or record of the United States shall be considered a reference to the new names.
| Party | Total Votes | Yes | No | Did Not Vote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Republican | 220 | 162 | 50 | 8 |
Democrat | 213 | 200 | 0 | 13 |
Paterson Great Falls Park Landmarks Renamed to Honor Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.
This legislation officially changes the names of two spots within New Jersey's Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. Specifically, the Great Falls Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge will now be known as the Bill Pascrell, Jr. Scenic Overlook Trail Bridge, and Overlook Park will be redesignated as the Bill Pascrell, Jr. Overlook Park.
What's Changing on the Ground (and on Paper)
Beyond the new signs visitors might see at the park, this bill mandates an update across the board. Any reference to these locations in U.S. laws, official maps, government regulations, documents, or records must now reflect the new names honoring Congressman Pascrell. It's essentially a symbolic update ensuring official recognition aligns with the renaming.