Parris Island Protection Act

This proposal stops the federal government from using any money to close or move the Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island, South Carolina. It also blocks spending on any planning or other steps that would lead to a closure or realignment. The goal is to keep Parris Island open and active as a training base. Lawmakers note its long history, its role as the home of the Marine Corps’ Eastern Recruiting Region, and the need for continued investment so it can serve for years to come .

Key points

• What changes: No federal funds can be used to close, move, or even plan to close or move Parris Island .
• Who is affected: Marine recruits and staff at Parris Island, local communities in South Carolina, and federal agencies that manage military bases .
• Why it matters: The bill highlights Parris Island’s historic and cultural importance to the Marine Corps and says it should remain the home of the Eastern Recruiting Region, with continued investment to keep it strong .