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H.R.5155: Native American Sacred Lands Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced July 18, 2002
- Latest Major Action Sept. 25, 2002
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
11 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Native American Sacred Lands Act - Requires managers of Federal lands to: (1) accommodate access and use by Indian religious practitioners; (2) prevent significant damage to Indian sacred lands; and (3) consult with Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations before taking significant actions concerning such lands.Prohibits undertakings likely to cause significant damage to Indian sacred lands.Grants Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
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Executive Comment Requested from Interior.
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Committee Hearings Held.
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| July 18, 2002 |
Introduced in the House by Nick J. Rahall II (D-W.Va.) |