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H.R. 539:
Caribbean National Forest Act of 2005
109th Congress

This is a bill in the U.S. Congress originating in the House of Representatives ("H.R."). A bill must be passed by both the House and Senate and then be signed by the President before it becomes law.

Bill numbers restart from 1 every two years. Each two-year cycle is called a session of Congress. This bill was created in the 109th Congress, in 2005-2006.

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2005-2006

To designate certain National Forest System land in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico as a component of the National Wilderness Preservation System.

Overview

Sponsor:
Text:
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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedFeb 2, 2005
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Occurred: Reported by CommitteeMay 18, 2005
Occurred: Passed HouseSep 13, 2005
Occurred: Passed SenateNov 16, 2005
Occurred: Signed by PresidentDec 1, 2005
This bill became law. It was signed by George Bush.
Last Action:
Dec 1, 2005: Became Public Law No: 109-118.
Related:
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Votes:
Sep 13, 2005: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by voice vote. A record of each representative’s position was not kept.
Nov 16, 2005: This bill passed in the Senate by Unanimous Consent. A record of each senator’s position was not kept.
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