Husted-led bill to expand Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park passes Senate

“I’m proud to support efforts that keep Dayton Aviation Heritage National Park showcasing its accomplishments and sharing Ohio’s rich history with visitors from our state and across the world.” WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate passed Sens. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) and Bernie Moreno’s (R-Ohio) bill that would expand the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. Reps. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) and Greg Landsman (D-Ohio) introduced the companion bill in the U.S. House of Representatives. “More than 120 years ago, the Wright brothers pioneered their aviation work and built the world’s first airplane in Dayton. I’m proud to support efforts that keep Dayton Aviation Heritage National Park showcasing its accomplishments and sharing Ohio’s rich history with visitors from our state and across the world,” said Husted. Husted and Moreno introduced the bill in July 2025. This bill would amend the Dayton Aviation Heritage Preservation Act of 1992 to extend the boundary of the park . On average, more than 81,000 people visit the Dayton Aviation National Historical Park each year. Background: The Dayton Aviation Heritage Preservation Act of 1992 authorized the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. Under the law, the park contained four non-contiguous sites. Since the park’s establishment, Congress enacted two laws expanding the boundaries to include additional sites. The Dayton Aviation National Historical Park has limited access to minor boundary authorities under the Land Water Conversation Fund authority. For any adjustment to the park’s boundaries, congressional action is needed. Read the full text of the bill here .