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Marsh-Billings National Historical Park Act

Introduced: November 26, 1991 Introduced by: Sanders, Bernard Independent · Vermont See on congress.gov
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Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jul 1, 1992
For Further Action See S.2079.
Jun 11, 1992
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended).
Jun 11, 1992
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jun 2, 1992
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Feb 3, 1992
Executive Comment Requested from Interior.
Jan 3, 1992
Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks and Public Lands.
Nov 26, 1991
Referred to the House Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs.
Nov 26, 1991
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Marsh-Billings National Historical Park Act - Establishes the: (1) Marsh-Billings National Historical Park, Vermont, as a unit of the National Park System; and (2) Marsh-Billings National Historical Park Scenic Zone.

Prohibits the Secretary of the Interior (Secretary) from expending appropriated funds in direct support of commercial enterprises other than a concession contract entered into in accordance with Federal law and with specified exceptions.

Directs the Secretary to receive and expend funds from an endowment established with the Woodstock Foundation or its successors and assigns for the preservation and maintenance of the Marsh-Billings Mansion and the immediately surrounding property.

Allows the grantor of such land acquired by this Act to retain use and occupancy rights for noncommercial purposes for a specified term.

Directs the Secretary to develop and report to specified congressional committees on a general management plan for the park. Authorizes appropriations.

What's happening now July 1, 1992

For Further Action See S.2079.

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