To authorize appropriations for the protection of Paoli and Brandywine Battlefields in Pennsylvania, to direct the National Park Service to conduct a special resource study of Paoli and Brandywine Battlefields, to authorize the Valley Forge Museum of the American Revolution at Valley Forge National Historical Park, and for other purposes.

H.R. 659 in the 106th Congress (1999–2000) became law — introduced on Feb 9, 1999, sponsored by Curt Weldon. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 106th Congress (1999–2000), Bill Clinton was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Feb 9, 1999
Policy area: Public lands
Public law: Public Law 106-86

Sponsor

Curt Weldon (R-PA)

Where it stands

IntroducedFeb 9, 1999
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawOct 31, 1999

Every roll call vote on this bill

Protect America’s Treasures of the Revolution for Independence for Our Tomorrow Act or the PATRIOT Act.House · Jun 22, 1999

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H.R. 4: To declare it to be the policy of the United States to deploy a national missile defense.

Other Public lands bills in the 106th Congress

From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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