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EO 13428Executive OrderG.W. Bush · R

Executive Order 13428

Renaming a National Forest in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico

This executive order renames the Caribbean National Forest in Puerto Rico to "El Yunque National Forest" and updates references in two prior executive orders accordingly. The order takes effect immediately upon signing but is subject to available appropriations.

Federal Register Open PDF 72 FR 16693

Key directives

  • Rename Caribbean National Forest to 'El Yunque National Forest'
  • Update references in Executive Order 7059-A (1935) and Executive Order 10992 (1962)
  • Implement subject to availability of appropriations

Timeline

Immediate

  • Renaming takes effect
  • Prior EO references automatically updated

Near term (90d)

  • Federal agencies update signage, maps, and publications (subject to appropriations)

Long term

  • Ongoing use of 'El Yunque National Forest' in all federal contexts

Risks & tensions

  • Appropriations limitation (Sec. 3) may delay physical signage/materials updates
  • No enforceable rights created (Sec. 4 standard disclaimer)
  • Symbolic/ceremonial nature with minimal structural institutional impact
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