H.R. 2720 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Great Lakes Restoration Financing Act of 2003
H.R. 2720 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Jul 14, 2003, sponsored by Rahm Emanuel with 106 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
- Jul 14, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 106
- Policy area
- Water Resources Development
What it does
Great Lakes Restoration Financing Act of 2003 - Establishes the Great Lakes Advisory Board to: (1) develop a biennial comprehensive Great Lakes management plan; (2) coordinate Great Lakes restoration efforts; and (3) implement a public awareness campaign. Establishes a scientific working group to evaluate the scientific integrity of the Great Lakes restoration effort and assist the Board in its decisionmaking.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Rahm Emanuel (D-IL). Co-sponsors: 61 Democrats, 44 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 14, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2204) (Apr 21, 2004)
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