S. 1537 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to convey to the New Hope Cemetery Association certain land in the State of Arkansas for use as a cemetery.
S. 1537 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jul 31, 2003, sponsored by Blanche Lincoln.
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
- Jul 31, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 108-338
What it does
Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain National Forest System land in Arkansas for cemetery use to the Hope Cemetery Association, Arkansas.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 31, 2003
- Passed the SenateNov 24, 2003
- Passed the HouseSep 28, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentOct 7, 2004
- Became lawOct 18, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-338. (Oct 18, 2004)
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Committees
- Natural Resources Committee
- Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee
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