Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge Act

This law changes the name of the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in Texas to the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge. It honors Jocelyn Nungaray, a 12-year-old from Houston who was killed in 2024; the findings note her love of animals and the refuge’s closeness to her hometown . A summary from the Library of Congress confirms the name change to “Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge” .

All federal references—like laws, maps, and documents—will automatically use the new name. That means signs, maps, and official materials will be updated over time to reflect the change .

• Who it affects: Refuge visitors, nearby communities, and anyone using federal maps or resources for the area .
• What changes: Only the refuge’s name; the land and its protections stay the same .
• When it takes effect: The name change takes effect under this law, and all federal references will follow the new name .