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H.R. 2489 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004

Cowlitz Indian Tribe Distribution of Judgment Funds Act

H.R. 2489 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jun 17, 2003, sponsored by Brian Baird. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jun 17, 2003
Co-sponsors
0
Policy area
Native Americans
Public law
Public Law 108-222

What it does

Cowlitz Indian Tribe Distribution of Judgment Funds Act - Creates a plan under which the Secretary of the Interior shall distribute the judgment funds and certain accrued interest awarded to the Cowlitz Indian Tribe of Washington by the Indian Claims Commission Docket No. 218 (ICCD).

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Brian Baird (D-WA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJun 17, 2003
  • Passed the HouseMar 23, 2004
  • Passed the SenateApr 20, 2004
  • Sent to the PresidentApr 22, 2004
  • Became lawApr 30, 2004

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-222. (Apr 30, 2004)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
    House · Mar 23, 2004 · Passed
    404–0

Every roll call vote on this bill

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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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