S. 156 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Ojito Wilderness Act
S. 156 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jan 25, 2005, sponsored by Jeff Bingaman 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
- Jan 25, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 109-94
What it does
Ojito Wilderness Act - (Sec. 3) Designates certain public land known as the Ojito Wilderness in New Mexico ( wilderness area) as a component of the National Wilderness Preservation System. Requires that the wilderness area be managed by the Secretary of the Interior in accordance with the Wilderness Act.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jeff Bingaman (D-NM). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 25, 2005
- Passed the SenateJul 26, 2005
- Passed the HouseOct 18, 2005
- Sent to the PresidentOct 19, 2005
- Became lawOct 26, 2005
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-94. (Oct 26, 2005)
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