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US HR262

US HR262
To establish the Susquehanna National Heritage Area in the State of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes.


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Introduced
01/04/2019
In Committee
02/05/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

To establish the Susquehanna National Heritage Area in the State of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. This bill establishes the Susquehanna National Heritage Area in Pennsylvania, which shall include Lancaster and York counties.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Susquehanna National Heritage Area in Pennsylvania, which includes Lancaster and York counties. The Susquehanna Heritage Corporation, a non-profit organization, is designated as the local coordinating entity responsible for preparing and implementing a management plan for the Heritage Area. The bill outlines the authorities and duties of the local coordinating entity, including preparing reports, making grants, and entering into cooperative agreements. The Secretary of the Interior is required to review and approve the management plan and any substantial amendments. The bill also specifies various protections for private property owners within the Heritage Area and limits the federal government's ability to acquire real property. Finally, the authority of the Secretary to provide assistance under this Act terminates 15 years after the date of enactment.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands. (on 02/05/2019)

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