S.J.Res. 45 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
Great Lakes--St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact
S.J.Res. 45 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Jul 23, 2008, sponsored by Carl Levin with 15 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 23, 2008
- Co-sponsors
- 15
- Policy area
- Water Resources Development
- Public law
- Public Law 110-342
What it does
Grants congressional consent to and approval of the Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact as set forth in this resolution's preamble. Declares that current laws provide protection sufficient to prevent Great Lakes diversions until a Great Lakes water compact is ratified and enforceable. Reserves the right to alter, amend, or repeal this resolution.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Carl Levin (D-MI). Co-sponsors: 11 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 23, 2008
- Passed the SenateAug 1, 2008
- Passed the HouseSep 23, 2008
- Sent to the PresidentSep 25, 2008
- Became lawOct 3, 2008
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-342. (Oct 3, 2008)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
House · Sep 23, 2008 · Passed390–25
Every roll call vote on this bill
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
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