A bill to protect and provide for the enhancement of the resources of the Columbia River Gorge, and for other purposes.

H.R. 5705 in the 99th Congress (1985–1986) became law — introduced on Oct 15, 1986, sponsored by James Weaver. Congress held 3 roll call votes on it.

During the 99th Congress (1985–1986), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Oct 15, 1986
Policy area: Environment
Public law: Public Law 99-663

Sponsor

James Weaver (D-OR)

Where it stands

IntroducedOct 15, 1986
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawNov 17, 1986

Every roll call vote on this bill

To adopt H RES 596, the rule under which HR 5705, the columbia river gorge bill, will be considered.House · Oct 16, 1986
To amend in the nature of a substitute HR 5705 to establish a scenic area commission and to provide for…House · Oct 16, 1986
To pass HR 5705, a bill to protect and provide for the enhancement of the resources of the columbia river…House · Oct 16, 1986

Other Environment bills in the 99th Congress

From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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