H.R. 4766 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Esther Martinez Native American Languages Preservation Act of 2006
H.R. 4766 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Feb 15, 2006, sponsored by Heather Wilson with 6 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 15, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 6
- Policy area
- Native Americans
- Public law
- Public Law 109-394
What it does
Esther Martinez Native American Languages Preservation Act of 2006 - Amends the Native American Programs Act of 1974 to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services, as part of the Native American languages grant program, to make three-year grants for educational Native American language nests, survival schools, and restoration programs.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Heather Wilson (R-NM). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 15, 2006
- Passed the HouseSep 27, 2006
- Passed the SenateDec 6, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentDec 11, 2006
- Became lawDec 14, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-394. (Dec 14, 2006)
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- H.R. 797: Native American Housing Enhancement Act of 2005
- S. 1481: Indian Land Probate Reform Technical Corrections Act of 2005
- S. 1892: A bill to amend Public Law 107-153 to modify a certain date.
- S. 449: A bill to facilitate shareholder consideration of proposals to make Settlement Common Stock under…
- H.R. 3351: Native American Technical Corrections Act of 2006
- S. 1382: A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to accept the conveyance of certain land, to be…
- S. 1773: Pueblo de San Ildefonso Claims Settlement Act of 2005
Committees
- Indian Affairs Committee
- Education and the Workforce Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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