H.R. 1209 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To extend the authority for the construction of a memorial to Martin Luther King, Jr., in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.
H.R. 1209 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) has passed the house — introduced on Mar 11, 2003, sponsored by Diane Watson with 83 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Passed the House
- Introduced
- Mar 11, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 83
- Policy area
- Commemorations
What it does
Amends the Omnibus Parks and Public Lands Management Act of 1996 to terminate the authority for the establishment of a memorial to Martin Luther King, Jr., in the District of Columbia, on November 12, 2006.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Diane Watson (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 79 Democrats, 3 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 11, 2003
- Passed the HouseSep 23, 2003
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (Sep 24, 2003)
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Committees
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
More
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