S. 56 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Rio Grande Natural Area Act
S. 56 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jan 24, 2005, sponsored by Wayne Allard 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 24, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 109-337
What it does
Rio Grande Natural Area Act - (Sec. 3) Establishes the Rio Grande Natural Area in Colorado (which shall include the Rio Grande River from the southern boundary of the Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge to the New Mexico State border, extending 1/4 mile on either side of the bank of the River) to conserve, restore, and protect the natural, historic, cultural, scientific, scenic, wildlife, and recreational resources of the Area.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Wayne Allard (R-CO). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 24, 2005
- Passed the SenateJul 26, 2005
- Passed the HouseSep 27, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentOct 2, 2006
- Became lawOct 12, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-337. (Oct 12, 2006)
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Committees
- Natural Resources Committee
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
More
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