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H.R. 3785 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004

To authorize the exchange of certain land in Everglades National Park.

H.R. 3785 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Feb 10, 2004, sponsored by Mario Diaz-Balart with 17 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
Feb 10, 2004
Co-sponsors
17
Policy area
Public Lands and Natural Resources
Public law
Public Law 108-483

What it does

Amends the Everglades National Park Protection and Expansion Act of 1989 to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to acquire from one or more willing sellers not more than ten acres of land located outside the boundary of Everglades National Park and adjacent to or near the East Everglades area of the Park for the development of administrative, housing, maintenance, or other Park purposes.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 11 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 10, 2004
  • Passed the HouseJul 19, 2004
  • Passed the SenateDec 8, 2004
  • Sent to the PresidentDec 16, 2004
  • Became lawDec 23, 2004

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-483. (Dec 23, 2004)

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