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US HR477To amend section 7 of Public Law 100-515 (16 U.S.C. 1244 note) to promote continued use of the James J. Howard Marine Sciences Laboratory at Gateway National Recreation Area by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Introduced
01/10/2019
01/10/2019
In Committee
02/05/2019
02/05/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend section 7 of Public Law 100-515 (16 U.S.C. 1244 note) to promote continued use of the James J. Howard Marine Sciences Laboratory at Gateway National Recreation Area by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. This bill authorizes the transfer of the James J. Howard Marine Science Laboratory at Gateway National Recreation Area in New Jersey, without consideration, to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration by the state of New Jersey and sets forth new requirements governing the continued use of the laboratory.
AI Summary
This bill amends section 7 of Public Law 100-515 (16 U.S.C. 1244 note) to authorize the transfer of the James J. Howard Marine Sciences Laboratory at Gateway National Recreation Area in New Jersey, without consideration, from the state of New Jersey to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The bill sets new requirements governing NOAA's continued use of the laboratory, including the need for an agreement between NOAA and the National Park Service on responsibilities related to the land assignment. The bill also includes provisions for restoration of the land if the laboratory is not used for marine science purposes.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife. (on 02/05/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/477/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr477/BILLS-116hr477ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr477/BILLS-116hr477ih.pdf.pdf |
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