Speak Up for Federal Historic Preservation Investment

On January 5, 2026, Congress released the bipartisan, bicameral agreement for the FY 2026 Interior Appropriations bill, signaling a major win for historic preservation with $205.059 million for the Historic Preservation Fund—the highest level in the program’s history—along with a one-year authorization extension and near-level funding for the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation. This bill still needs to pass both the House and Senate before becoming law. However, with the current continuing resolution set to expire on January 30, Congress must act quickly to finalize appropriations and avoid a partial government shutdown that could disrupt National Park Service operations and HPF-supported grants.

Contact Congress today to urge swift action and underscore the importance of funding the HPF at the proposed $205.059 million level for FY 2026!

Congress needs to hear from you.

📢 Take Action Today. Encourage your members of Congress to fund the HPF at the $205.059 million level for FY 2026 to support critical preservation work ahead of our nation’s 250th anniversary to tell the full American story.

We've made it easy — fill out your contact information below to identify your members in Congress. Then, you can send a customizable letter to your representatives now to urge them to do their part to preserve the full history of our nation and the many important stories that contribute to the American experience. Feel free to add in your own story about what the critical work of the HPF means to you and your community.

Our past deserves a future. Make your voice heard.

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