An original bill to designate certain public lands in central Idaho as the River of No Return Wilderness, to designate a segment of the Salmon River as a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes.

S. 2009 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Nov 14, 1979, sponsored by Frank Church. Congress held 6 roll call votes on it.

During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Nov 14, 1979
Policy area: Public lands
Public law: Public Law 96-312

Sponsor

Frank Church (D-ID)

Where it stands

IntroducedNov 14, 1979
Passed the SenateYes
Passed the HouseYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawJul 23, 1980

Every roll call vote on this bill

To amend S. 2009, idaho wilderness lands, by providing multiple use management on all idaho roadless areas…Senate · Nov 20, 1979
To amend S. 2009, idaho wilderness lands, by permitting the use of motorboats within certain segments of the…Senate · Nov 20, 1979
To pass S. 2009, designating certain roadless lands in central idaho as componets of the national wilderness…Senate · Nov 20, 1979
To agree to a substitute amendment to S. 2009, central idaho wilderness, that would reduce the wilderness…House · Apr 16, 1980
To pass S. 2009,designation of certain public lands in central idaho as the river of no return wilderness…House · Apr 16, 1980
To agree to the conference report on S. 2009, designating certain public lands in central idaho as national…House · Jul 1, 1980

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