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H.R. 1192 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006

Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area Act

H.R. 1192 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Mar 9, 2005, sponsored by Ray LaHood with 27 co-sponsors.

During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Mar 9, 2005
Co-sponsors
27
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: 14 Democrats, 13 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 9, 2005
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks. (Mar 16, 2005)

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 1192 (109th Congress): Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/109-hr-1192/abraham-lincoln-national-heritage-area-act (accessed 2026-10-17).

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