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H.R. 5539 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006

North American Wetlands Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2006

H.R. 5539 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jun 7, 2006, sponsored by Richard Pombo with 20 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
Jun 7, 2006
Co-sponsors
20
Policy area
Water Resources Development
Public law
Public Law 109-322

What it does

North American Wetlands Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2006 - Authorizes appropriations to carry out the North American Wetlands Conservation Act for FY2008-FY2011.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Richard Pombo (R-CA). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 10 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJun 7, 2006
  • Passed the HouseSep 12, 2006
  • Passed the SenateSep 30, 2006
  • Sent to the PresidentOct 3, 2006
  • Became lawOct 11, 2006

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-322. (Oct 11, 2006)

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