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H.R.7051: Georges Bank Preservation Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about energy
- Introduced Sept. 24, 2008
- Latest Major Action Sept. 29, 2008
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
15 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Georges Bank Preservation Act - Prohibits the issuance of any lease or other authorization by the federal government for exploration, development, or production of oil or natural gas in: (1) any marine national monument or national marine sanctuary; or (2) the fishing grounds known as Georges Bank in the waters of the United States.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, and Oceans.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
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| Sept. 24, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) |