H.R. 2169 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
National Forest Protection and Restoration Act
H.R. 2169 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on May 20, 2003, sponsored by Jim Leach with 93 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 20, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 93
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
What it does
National Forest Protection and Restoration Act - Prohibits commercial logging and timber sales (with specified exceptions) on Federal public lands, with a two-year phase-out for existing contracts. Provides for payment of relinquished contracts.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim Leach (R-IA). Co-sponsors: 90 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 20, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on 21st Century Competitiveness. (Jun 20, 2003)
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- S. 233: Coltsville Study Act of 2003
- S. 278: Mount Naomi Wilderness Boundary Adjustment Act
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Committees
- Education and the Workforce Committee
- Agriculture Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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