H.R. 4569 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To provide for the development of a national plan for the control and management of Sudden Oak Death, a tree disease caused by the fungus-like pathogen Phytophthora ramorum, and for other purposes.
H.R. 4569 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jun 15, 2004, sponsored by Max Burns with 19 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
- Jun 15, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 19
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 108-488
What it does
Directs the Secretary of Agriculture, through the Animal Plant and Health Inspection Service and in consultation with other Federal agencies that have appropriate expertise, to develop a national plan to control and manage Sudden Oak Death, a forest disease caused by the fungus-like pathogen Phytophthora ramorum.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Max Burns (R-GA). Co-sponsors: 9 Democrats, 10 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 15, 2004
- Passed the HouseOct 5, 2004
- Passed the SenateDec 8, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentDec 16, 2004
- Became lawDec 23, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-488. (Dec 23, 2004)
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