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H.R.694: Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about public lands and natural resources
- Introduced Feb. 9, 2005
- Latest Major Action March 15, 2005
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
7 (3 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Act - Establishes the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor (Heritage Corridor) to: (1) recognize the important contributions made to American culture and history by African-Americans known as the Gullah/Geechee who settled in the coastal counties of South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, and Georgia; (2) assist State and local governments and public and private entities in South Carolina, North Carolina,...
(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 National Parks.
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Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 694.
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On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
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| Feb. 9, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by James E. Clyburn (D-S.C.) |