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H.R. 3553 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004

Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area Act

H.R. 3553 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Nov 20, 2003, sponsored by Ray LaHood with 23 co-sponsors.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Nov 20, 2003
Co-sponsors
23
Policy area
Commemorations

What it does

Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area Act - Establishes the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area in Illinois. Designates the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition as the management entity for the Area.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Ray LaHood (R-IL). Co-sponsors: 12 Democrats, 11 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedNov 20, 2003
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Recreation and Public Lands. (Dec 2, 2003)

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 3553 (108th Congress): Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/108-hr-3553/abraham-lincoln-national-heritage-area-act (accessed 2026-10-17).

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