A bill to designate the outdoor amphitheater at the Blue Ridge Music Center in Galax, Virginia, as the "Rick Boucher Amphitheater". | ChamberLight

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Senate BillS 815Arts, Culture, Religion

A bill to designate the outdoor amphitheater at the Blue Ridge Music Center in Galax, Virginia, as the "Rick Boucher Amphitheater".

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This bill matters because it represents a decision by Congress to officially honor an individual by naming a public landmark after them. Renaming public spaces, particularly those within a unit of the National Park System like the Blue Ridge Parkway, is a significant way to recognize an individual's contributions, service, or legacy.

If this bill passes, the amphitheater will forever carry Rick Boucher's name, serving as a lasting public tribute and a reminder of his impact. If it does not pass, the amphitheater will continue to be referred to by its generic description, and this specific form of public recognition for Rick Boucher will not occur.

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The outdoor amphitheater at the Blue Ridge Music Center in Galax, Virginia, will be officially named the "Rick Boucher Amphitheater."

This provision changes the official, permanent name of a public performance venue within a national park unit.

PROVISION 02

Any official government document, map, regulation, or record from the United States that refers to this amphitheater will be updated to use the new "Rick Boucher Amphitheater" name.

This ensures that all federal references consistently reflect the new name, avoiding confusion.

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JUL 23

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Lee without amendment. Without written report.

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JUL 23

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 472.

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MAR 4

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

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MAR 4

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

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TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 815

Congress119th

StatusReported

IntroducedMar 3, 2025

Last actionJul 23, 2026

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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2025

Senate BillS 815Arts, Culture, Religion

A bill to designate the outdoor amphitheater at the Blue Ridge Music Center in Galax, Virginia, as the "Rick Boucher Amphitheater".

INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 23, 2026

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The outdoor amphitheater at the Blue Ridge Music Center in Galax, Virginia, will be officially named the "Rick Boucher Amphitheater."

This provision changes the official, permanent name of a public performance venue within a national park unit.

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Any official government document, map, regulation, or record from the United States that refers to this amphitheater will be updated to use the new "Rick Boucher Amphitheater" name.

This ensures that all federal references consistently reflect the new name, avoiding confusion.

GLOSSARY

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Amphitheater: An open-air venue or performance space, often with tiered seating arranged around a central stage.
Designation: The act of officially naming or setting aside something for a specific purpose.
National Park System: A network of protected areas in the United States managed by the National Park Service, including national parks, monuments, preserves, and other significant natural and historical sites.
Blue Ridge Parkway: A scenic parkway and unit of the National Park System known for its mountain views and cultural sites, connecting Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina.
Blue Ridge Music Center: A facility located on the Blue Ridge Parkway that celebrates the region's musical heritage, featuring a museum, visitors center, and outdoor amphitheater.

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8 EVENTS

JUL 23

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Lee without amendment. Without written report.

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JUL 23

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 472.

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MAR 4

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

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MAR 4

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

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