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H.R. 6278 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010

Kingman and Heritage Islands Act of 2010

H.R. 6278 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Sep 29, 2010, sponsored by Eleanor Holmes Norton.

During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Sep 29, 2010
Co-sponsors
0
Policy area
Government Operations and Politics
Public law
Public Law 111-328

What it does

Kingman and Heritage Islands Act of 2010 - Amends the National Children's Island Act of 1995 to allow the District of Columbia to use the lands conveyed (Kingman and Heritage Islands) and the related easements granted under such Act for recreational, environmental, or educational purposes in accordance with a specified Anacostia Waterfront Framework Plan and a Comprehensive Plan.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedSep 29, 2010
  • Passed the HouseNov 16, 2010
  • Passed the SenateDec 13, 2010
  • Sent to the PresidentDec 17, 2010
  • Became lawDec 22, 2010

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-328. (Dec 22, 2010)

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Committees

  • Oversight and Accountability Committee

More

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