PolicyBrief
S. 790
119th CongressMay 20th 2026
A bill to redesignate the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, as the "Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center".
SENATE PASSED

This bill renames the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, to the "Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center."

Cynthia Lummis
R

Cynthia Lummis

Senator

WY

LEGISLATION

Wyoming's Historic Trails Center Gets a New Name: The 'Barbara L. Cubin' Redesignation

Alright, let's talk about a quick administrative change hitting the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center out in Casper, Wyoming. This bill isn't about new trails or funding, but it's making a straightforward swap: the center will now be known as the “Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center.”

The Name Game: What's Changing?

Basically, this legislation is a direct renaming effort. The core of the bill, found in Section 1, simply states that the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, will officially be redesignated as the "Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center." This isn't just a sign change; it means any federal law, map, or official government document that used to mention the old name will now automatically refer to the new one. It's like changing the name on a company’s letterhead—everything else stays the same, but the official designation updates across the board.

Keeping Things Consistent

To make sure everything stays on the up and up, the bill also updates the original law that established the center, Public Law 105-290. This ensures that the foundational legal text reflects the new name. For folks who use these federal documents, like researchers, historians, or even just visitors planning a trip, this update means clarity. You won't find two different names floating around in official capacities; the new name is the one that sticks, making sure there's no confusion about which center is being referenced.