H.R. 12250 · 95th Congress · 1977–1978
A bill to designate the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, to establish the Boundary Waters Canoe Area National Recreation Area, and for other purposes.
H.R. 12250 in the 95th Congress (1977–1978) became law — introduced on Apr 20, 1978, sponsored by Phillip Burton. Congress held 3 roll call votes on it.
During the 95th Congress (1977–1978), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 20, 1978
- Policy area
- Public lands
- Public law
- Public Law 95-495
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 20, 1978
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 21, 1978
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To agree to an amendment offered in the nature of a substitute for the oberstar substitute amendment for…House · Jun 5, 1978
- To pass H.R. 12250.House · Jun 5, 1978
- To agree to the conference report on H.R. 12250, the bill resolving certain conflicts over mining, logging…House · Oct 14, 1978
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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