H.R. 289 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Complex Expansion and Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge Expansion Act
H.R. 289 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jan 8, 2003, sponsored by Marcy Kaptur with 1 co-sponsors.
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
- Jan 8, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 108-23
What it does
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Complex Expansion and Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge Expansion Act - (Sec. 4) Expands the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Complex to include specified land and water in the State of Ohio. Permits the Secretary of the Interior to acquire by donation, purchase, or exchange the land and water and interests in land and water within the boundaries of the Complex.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Marcy Kaptur (D-OH). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 8, 2003
- Passed the HouseApr 1, 2003
- Passed the SenateMay 1, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentMay 9, 2003
- Became lawMay 19, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-23. (May 19, 2003)
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Committees
- Environment and Public Works Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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