H.R. 752 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To prohibit oil and gas drilling in Finger Lakes National Forest in New York.
H.R. 752 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Feb 12, 2003, sponsored by Jim Walsh with 38 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
- Feb 12, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 38
- Policy area
- Energy
What it does
Proscribes issuance of any Federal permit or lease for oil or gas drilling in Finger Lakes National Forest in New York.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim Walsh (R-NY). Co-sponsors: 31 Democrats, 6 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 12, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Executive Comment Requested from Interior. (Feb 21, 2003)
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