H.R. 481 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site Trust Act of 2005
H.R. 481 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Feb 1, 2005, sponsored by Marilyn Musgrave with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 1, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 109-45
What it does
Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site Trust Act of 2005 - Authorizes the United States to take into trust specified real property formerly known as Dawson Ranch, including rights to all minerals and excluding improvements, in Kiowa County, Colorado, owned by the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian Tribes of Oklahoma. Directs the Tribes to convey title to the Dawson Ranch to the United States.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Marilyn Musgrave (R-CO). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 1, 2005
- Passed the HouseJun 27, 2005
- Passed the SenateJul 26, 2005
- Sent to the PresidentJul 27, 2005
- Became lawAug 2, 2005
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-45. (Aug 2, 2005)
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Committees
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
More
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