H.R. 5348 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Act
H.R. 5348 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Oct 8, 2004, sponsored by Billy Tauzin with 6 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
- Oct 8, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 6
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
What it does
Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Act - Establishes the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area in Louisiana. Designates the Atchafalaya Trace Commission as the local coordinating entity of the Heritage Area. Prohibits the use of Federal funds authorized under this Act to acquire real property.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Billy Tauzin (R-LA). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 8, 2004
- 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. (Nov 8, 2004)
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