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Public Law108th CongressPublic Lands and Natural Resources
H.R. 622Became Law

To provide for the exchange of certain lands in the Coconino and Tonto National Forests in Arizona, and for other purposes.

This bill became law

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What it doesSummary public law (Dec 19, 2003)

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on August 26, 2003. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey to certain private land owners specified lands in the Tonto National Forest in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument and certain lands within the Coconino National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized.

Directs the Secretary to convey to certain private land owners specified lands northeast of Payson, Arizona, in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands within the Tonto National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized. Terminates all special use cabin permits on the Federal land upon execution of the exchange.

Directs the Secretary, prior to any conveyance under this Act, to conduct the necessary land surveys and preexchange clearances, reviews, and approvals relating to threatened and endangered species, cultural and historic resources, wetlands and floodplains, and hazardous materials. Requires the Secretary to delete from either exchange any portion of Federal lands that cannot be transferred for any reason thereof.

Transfers the land adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument to the jurisdiction of the National Park Service and incorporates it in the Montezuma Castle National Monument.

What just happenedDec 19, 2003

Became Public Law No: 108-190.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Renzi, Rick [R-AZ-1](R-AZ)Sponsor
1 cosponsor1 R
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  1. Dec 19, 2003PresidentE40000

    Became Public Law No: 108-190.

  2. Dec 19, 2003BecameLaw36000

    Became Public Law No: 108-190.

  3. Dec 19, 2003PresidentE30000

    Signed by President.

  4. Dec 19, 2003BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  5. Dec 12, 2003FloorE20000

    Presented to President.

  6. Dec 12, 2003President28000

    Presented to President.

  7. Dec 8, 2003ResolvingDifferencesH41931

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  8. Dec 8, 2003ResolvingDifferencesH41610

    On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to without objection. (text as House agreed to Senate amendments: CR H12866)

  9. Dec 8, 2003NotUsed19500

    Resolving differences -- House actions: On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to without objection.(text as House agreed to Senate amendments: CR H12866)

  10. Dec 8, 2003ResolvingDifferencesH40110

    Mr. Renzi asked unanimous consent that the House agree to the Senate amendments. (consideration: CR H12866)

  11. Nov 25, 2003Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  12. Nov 24, 2003Floor

    Passed Senate with amendments by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S15865-15872; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR S15870 )

  13. Nov 24, 2003Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with amendments by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S15865-15872; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR S15870 )

  14. Aug 26, 2003Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 261.

  15. Aug 26, 2003Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Domenici under authority of the order of the Senate of 07/29/03 legislative day 07/21/03 with amendments. With written report No. 108-137.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  16. Aug 26, 2003Committee14000

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Domenici under authority of the order of the Senate of 07/29/03 legislative day 07/21/03 with amendments. With written report No. 108-137.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  17. Jul 23, 2003Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  18. Jun 12, 2003Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands and Forests. Hearings held.

    Public Lands, Forests, and Mining Subcommittee
  19. Apr 2, 2003IntroReferral

    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  20. Apr 1, 2003FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  21. Apr 1, 2003FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2533-2534)

  22. Apr 1, 2003Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H2533-2534)

  23. Apr 1, 2003FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 622.

  24. Apr 1, 2003FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2533-2534)

  25. Apr 1, 2003FloorH30300

    Mr. Renzi moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  26. Feb 12, 2003CommitteeH11000

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Forests and Forest Health.

    Forests and Forest Health Subcommittee
  27. Feb 6, 2003IntroReferralB00100

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E150-151)

  28. Feb 5, 2003IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Resources.

    Natural Resources Committee
  29. Feb 5, 2003IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  30. Feb 5, 2003IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Public LawDec 19, 200349

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on August 26, 2003. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey to certain private land owners specified lands in the Tonto National Forest in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument and certain lands within the Coconino National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized.

Directs the Secretary to convey to certain private land owners specified lands northeast of Payson, Arizona, in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands within the Tonto National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized. Terminates all special use cabin permits on the Federal land upon execution of the exchange.

Directs the Secretary, prior to any conveyance under this Act, to conduct the necessary land surveys and preexchange clearances, reviews, and approvals relating to threatened and endangered species, cultural and historic resources, wetlands and floodplains, and hazardous materials. Requires the Secretary to delete from either exchange any portion of Federal lands that cannot be transferred for any reason thereof.

Transfers the land adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument to the jurisdiction of the National Park Service and incorporates it in the Montezuma Castle National Monument.

Reported to Senate with amendment(s)Aug 26, 200301

Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey to certain private land owners specified lands in the Tonto National Forest in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument and certain lands within the Coconino National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized.

Directs the Secretary to convey to certain private land owners specified lands northeast of Payson, Arizona, in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands within the Tonto National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized. Terminates all special use cabin permits on the Federal land upon execution of the exchange.

Directs the Secretary, prior to any conveyance under this Act, to conduct the necessary land surveys and preexchange clearances, reviews, and approvals relating to threatened and endangered species, cultural and historic resources, wetlands and floodplains, and hazardous materials. Requires the Secretary to delete from either exchange any portion of Federal lands that cannot be transferred for any reason thereof.

Transfers the land adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument to the jurisdiction of the National Park Service and incorporates it in the Montezuma Castle National Monument.

Passed House without amendmentApr 1, 200381

This measure has not been amended since it was introduced in the House on February 5, 2003. However, because action occurred on the measure, the summary has been expanded.)

Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey to certain private land owners specified lands in the Tonto National Forest in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument and certain lands within the Coconino National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized.

Directs the Secretary to convey to certain private land owners specified lands northeast of Payson, Arizona, in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands within the Tonto National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized. Terminates all special use cabin permits on the Federal land upon execution of the exchange.

Directs the Secretary, prior to any conveyance under this Act, to conduct the necessary land surveys and preexchange clearances, reviews, and approvals relating to threatened and endangered species, cultural and historic resources, wetlands and floodplains, and hazardous materials. Requires the Secretary to delete from either exchange any portion of Federal lands that cannot be transferred for any reason thereof.

Transfers the land adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument to the jurisdiction of the National Park Service and incorporates it in the Montezuma Castle National Monument.

Introduced in HouseFeb 5, 200300
Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey to certain private land owners specified lands in the Tonto National Forest in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument and certain lands within the Coconino National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized.

Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey to certain private land owners specified lands northeast of Payson, Arizona in exchange for the conveyance by such land owners of certain lands within the Tonto National Forest. Requires that the values of Federal and non-Federal lands be equalized.

Directs the Secretary, prior to any conveyance under this Act, to conduct the necessary land surveys and preexchange clearances, reviews, and approvals relating to threatened and endangered species, cultural and historic resources, wetlands and floodplains, and hazardous materials. Requires the Secretary to delete from either exchange any portion of Federal lands that cannot be transferred for any reason thereof.

Provides that the land acquired by the Secretary become part of the Tonto or Coconino National Forest, as appropriate. Transfers the land adjacent to the Montezuma Castle National Monument to the jurisdiction of the National Park Service and incorporates it in the Montezuma Castle National Monument.