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H.R. 5667 · 101st Congress · 1989–1990

To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1974 to establish a deadline for the transfer of jurisdiction of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation area from the Secretary of the Army to the Secretary of the Interior, and for other purposes.

H.R. 5667 in the 101st Congress (1989–1990) became law — introduced on Sep 19, 1990, sponsored by Jim Cooper.

During the 101st Congress (1989–1990), George H. W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Sep 19, 1990
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 101-561

Sponsor

Jim Cooper (D-TN)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedSep 19, 1990
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 15, 1990

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 5667 (101st Congress): To amend the Water Resources Development…,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/101-hr-5667/to-amend-the-water-resources-development-act-of-1974 (accessed 2026-10-17).