H.R. 2908 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
National Bison Legacy Act
H.R. 2908 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Jun 25, 2015, sponsored by Wm. Lacy Clay with 14 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 25, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 14
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 114-152
What it does
National Bison Legacy Act (Sec. 3) This bill adopts the North American bison as the national mammal of the United States.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Wm. Lacy Clay (D-MO). Co-sponsors: 9 Democrats, 5 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 25, 2015
- Passed the HouseApr 26, 2016
- Passed the SenateApr 28, 2016
- Sent to the PresidentApr 29, 2016
- Became lawMay 9, 2016
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-152. (May 9, 2016)
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Committees
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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