H.R. 5381 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
National Fish Hatchery System Volunteer Act of 2006
H.R. 5381 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on May 11, 2006, sponsored by Jim Saxton with 4 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
- May 11, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- Water Resources Development
- Public law
- Public Law 109-360
What it does
National Fish Hatchery System Volunteer Act of 2006 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to accept gifts for the benefit of the National Fish Hatchery System, allowing restrictive or affirmative covenants or conditions of servitude. Allows the gifts and their proceeds to be spent without further appropriation.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim Saxton (R-NJ). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 11, 2006
- Passed the HouseSep 12, 2006
- Passed the SenateSep 30, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentOct 6, 2006
- Became lawOct 16, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-360. (Oct 16, 2006)
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