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- H.R.2488
H.R.2488: Puerto Rico Karst Conservation Act of 2003
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about environmental protection
- Introduced June 17, 2003
- Latest Major Action June 20, 2003
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (8 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Puerto Rico Karst Conservation Act of 2003 - Authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to acquire land in or immediately adjacent to the Karst Region of Puerto Rico for the purpose of protecting and managing the tropical forest areas of the Region, with particular emphasis on water quality and protection of the aquifers. Authorizes the Secretary to use funds from the Puerto Rico Karst Conservation Fund (established by this Act) as well as funds...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Forests and Forest Health.
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Executive Comment Requested from USDA.
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| June 17, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by An Acevedo-Vila (D-Puerto Rico) |