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National Park Snowmobile Restrictions Act of 2001

Introduced: April 4, 2001 See on congress.gov
 Everywhere this bill has been 5 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Apr 20, 2001
Executive Comment Requested from Interior.
Apr 20, 2001
Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Recreation and Public Lands.
Apr 5, 2001
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E579-580)
Apr 4, 2001
Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
Apr 4, 2001
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service
National Park Snowmobile Restrictions Act of 2001 - Prohibits the use of snowmobiles in a National Park System unit, except: (1) on a route designated by the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the National Park Service (NPS), after January 1, 2001 (including those routes designated with respect to Grand Teton National Park); and (2) when the Secretary determines that such use is consistent with certain park values, safety considerations, and park management objectives, and will not disturb wildlife or damage park resources. Excludes from such restrictions: (1) national parks in Alaska and the Voyageurs National Park; (2) the use of snowmobiles by the NPS and its contractors and agents, if such use is essential for park management; and (3) the use of snowmobiles in emergency situations, as determined by the superintendent of the national park.
What's happening now April 20, 2001

Executive Comment Requested from Interior.

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