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S. 1576Became Law

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Boundary Revision Act of 2004

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What it doesSummary public law (Sep 24, 2004)

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the Senate reported version is repeated here.)

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Boundary Revision Act of 2004 - Revises Federal law provisions concerning the acquisition of land for the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, including authorizing the Secretary of the Interior to acquire by purchase from a willing seller with donated or appropriated funds, by donation, or by exchange, land or an interest in land within a specified private lands area.

Directs the Secretary to: (1) transfer to the National Park Service specified U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands for inclusion in the Park and revise the Park's boundary accordingly; and (2) revise the Park's boundary to include specified Appalachian National Scenic Trail land and exclude that land from the boundary of such Trail.

Establishes maximum acreage for the Park.

Requires acquired lands and interests to become a part of the Park, subject to the laws (including regulations) applicable to the Park.

Authorizes appropriations.

What just happenedSep 24, 2004

Became Public Law No: 108-307.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV](D-WV)Sponsor
1 cosponsor1 D
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  1. Sep 24, 2004PresidentE40000

    Became Public Law No: 108-307.

  2. Sep 24, 2004BecameLaw36000

    Became Public Law No: 108-307.

  3. Sep 24, 2004PresidentE30000

    Signed by President.

  4. Sep 24, 2004BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  5. Sep 16, 2004FloorE20000

    Presented to President.

  6. Sep 16, 2004President28000

    Presented to President.

  7. Sep 13, 2004FloorH38310

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

  8. Sep 13, 2004FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H7024)

  9. Sep 13, 2004Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H7024)

  10. Sep 13, 2004FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1576.

  11. Sep 13, 2004FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7024-7025)

  12. Sep 13, 2004FloorH30300

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

  13. Sep 7, 2004CalendarsH12410

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 399.

  14. Sep 7, 2004CommitteeH12200

    Reported by the Committee on Resources. H. Rept. 108-655.

    Natural Resources Committee
  15. Sep 7, 2004Committee5000

    Reported by the Committee on Resources. H. Rept. 108-655.

    Natural Resources Committee
  16. Jul 14, 2004CommitteeH19000

    Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.

    Natural Resources Committee
  17. Jul 14, 2004CommitteeH15000-B

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Natural Resources Committee
  18. Jul 8, 2004CommitteeH23000

    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Unanimous Consent.

    Federal Lands Subcommittee
  19. Jul 8, 2004CommitteeH22000

    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Federal Lands Subcommittee
  20. Jun 15, 2004CommitteeH21000

    Subcommittee Hearings Held.

    Federal Lands Subcommittee
  21. Jun 1, 2004CommitteeH11000

    Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Recreation and Public Lands.

    Federal Lands Subcommittee
  22. May 20, 2004IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Resources.

    Natural Resources Committee
  23. May 20, 2004Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  24. May 20, 2004FloorH14000

    Received in the House.

  25. May 19, 2004Floor

    Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5845; text as passed Senate: CR S5845)

  26. May 19, 2004Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5845; text as passed Senate: CR S5845)

  27. Mar 9, 2004Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 446.

  28. Mar 9, 2004Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Domenici without amendment. With written report No. 108-236.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  29. Mar 9, 2004Committee14000

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Domenici without amendment. With written report No. 108-236.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  30. Feb 11, 2004Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  31. Oct 2, 2003Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 108-225.

    National Parks Subcommittee
  32. Sep 3, 2003IntroReferral

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

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  33. Sep 3, 2003IntroReferralB00100

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S11033-11034)

  34. Sep 3, 2003IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Public LawSep 24, 200449

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the Senate reported version is repeated here.)

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Boundary Revision Act of 2004 - Revises Federal law provisions concerning the acquisition of land for the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, including authorizing the Secretary of the Interior to acquire by purchase from a willing seller with donated or appropriated funds, by donation, or by exchange, land or an interest in land within a specified private lands area.

Directs the Secretary to: (1) transfer to the National Park Service specified U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands for inclusion in the Park and revise the Park's boundary accordingly; and (2) revise the Park's boundary to include specified Appalachian National Scenic Trail land and exclude that land from the boundary of such Trail.

Establishes maximum acreage for the Park.

Requires acquired lands and interests to become a part of the Park, subject to the laws (including regulations) applicable to the Park.

Authorizes appropriations.

Passed House without amendmentSep 13, 200481

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the Senate reported version is repeated here.)

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Boundary Revision Act of 2004 - Revises Federal law provisions concerning the acquisition of land for the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, including authorizing the Secretary of the Interior to acquire by purchase from a willing seller with donated or appropriated funds, by donation, or by exchange, land or an interest in land within a specified private lands area.

Directs the Secretary to: (1) transfer to the National Park Service specified U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands for inclusion in the Park and revise the Park's boundary accordingly; and (2) revise the Park's boundary to include specified Appalachian National Scenic Trail land and exclude that land from the boundary of such Trail.

Establishes maximum acreage for the Park.

Requires acquired lands and interests to become a part of the Park, subject to the laws (including regulations) applicable to the Park.

Authorizes appropriations.

Reported to House without amendmentSep 7, 200479

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the Senate reported version is repeated here.)

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Boundary Revision Act of 2004 - Revises Federal law provisions concerning the acquisition of land for the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, including authorizing the Secretary of the Interior to acquire by purchase from a willing seller with donated or appropriated funds, by donation, or by exchange, land or an interest in land within a specified private lands area.

Directs the Secretary to: (1) transfer to the National Park Service specified U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands for inclusion in the Park and revise the Park's boundary accordingly; and (2) revise the Park's boundary to include specified Appalachian National Scenic Trail land and exclude that land from the boundary of such Trail.

Establishes maximum acreage for the Park.

Requires acquired lands and interests to become a part of the Park, subject to the laws (including regulations) applicable to the Park.

Authorizes appropriations.

Passed Senate without amendmentMay 19, 200482

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the Senate reported version is repeated here.)

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Boundary Revision Act of 2004 - Revises Federal law provisions concerning the acquisition of land for the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, including authorizing the Secretary of the Interior to acquire by purchase from a willing seller with donated or appropriated funds, by donation, or by exchange, land or an interest in land within a specified private lands area.

Directs the Secretary to: (1) transfer to the National Park Service specified U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands for inclusion in the Park and revise the Park's boundary accordingly; and (2) revise the Park's boundary to include specified Appalachian National Scenic Trail land and exclude that land from the boundary of such Trail.

Establishes maximum acreage for the Park.

Requires acquired lands and interests to become a part of the Park, subject to the laws (including regulations) applicable to the Park.

Authorizes appropriations.

Reported to Senate without amendmentMar 9, 200480

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Boundary Revision Act of 2003 - Revises Federal law provisions concerning the acquisition of land for the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, including authorizing the Secretary of the Interior to acquire by purchase from a willing seller with donated or appropriated funds, by donation, or by exchange, land or an interest in land within a specified private lands area.

Directs the Secretary to: (1) transfer to the National Park Service specified U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands for inclusion in the Park and revise the Park's boundary accordingly; and (2) revise the Park's boundary to include specified Appalachian National Scenic Trail land and exclude that land from the boundary of such Trail.

Establishes maximum acreage for the Park.

Requires acquired lands and interests to become a part of the Park, subject to the laws (including regulations) applicable to the Park.

Authorizes appropriations.

Introduced in SenateSep 3, 200300

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Boundary Revision Act of 2003 - Amends Federal law concerning the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to acquire land to expand such Park. Establishes maximum acreage for the Park. Provides for public inspection of all maps referred to in the Act.