U.S. representatives Ann Kirkpatrick and Paul Gosar have introduced bipartisan legislation to expand the boundaries of the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in Coolidge.
In 1892, the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument was proclaimed as our nation’s first archeological preserve and was called the Casa Grande Ruin Reservation. In 1918, it was redesignated as the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument.
HR 2497, would expand the boundaries around the Great House and its Hohokam village. The expansion would add roughly 10 acres to the National Monument.
Kirkpatrick said, “I’ve been listening to community leaders and residents across Pinal County, and they want to ensure these ruins are protected for their historic significance as well as their economic impact. This bill should help the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument remain a thriving destination for visitors to our great state.”
Casa Grande Mayor Bob Jackson said, “The people of Casa Grande not only appreciate the heritage of our region, we understand that preserving this history can be a job creator and an economic engine. We are very pleased this legislation has been introduced and we hope to see it signed into law.”