H.R. 1616 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Martin Luther King, Junior, National Historic Site Land Exchange Act
H.R. 1616 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Apr 3, 2003, sponsored by John Lewis with 3 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 3, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 108-314
What it does
Martin Luther King, Junior, National Historic Site Land Exchange Act - Amends the Act of October 10, 1980, to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to acquire by donation or exchange property owned by the State of Georgia or any political subdivision thereof that is within the Martin Luther King, Junior National Historic Site and Preservation District (current law allows such acquisitions only by donation).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Lewis (D-GA). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 3, 2003
- Passed the HouseOct 28, 2003
- Passed the SenateSep 15, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentSep 24, 2004
- Became lawOct 5, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-314. (Oct 5, 2004)
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Committees
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
More
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