H.R. 714 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to lease certain lands in Virgin Islands National Park, and for other purposes.
H.R. 714 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jan 27, 2009, sponsored by Donna M. Christensen.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 27, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 111-261
What it does
Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior, if the long-term benefit to the Virgin Islands National Park would be greater by entering into a lease than by authorizing a concession contract, to enter into a lease with the owner of the retained use estate for the operation and management of the Caneel Bay resort on the island in the Park. Allows the Secretary to acquire associated property.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 27, 2009
- Passed the HouseFeb 23, 2009
- Passed the SenateMay 13, 2010
- Sent to the PresidentSep 30, 2010
- Became lawOct 8, 2010
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-261. (Oct 8, 2010)
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Committees
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
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