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National Mormon Pioneer Heritage Area Act

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 107-819.

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Version 00 · Introduced in Senate · Apr 18, 2002

National Mormon Pioneer Heritage Area Act - Establishes the National Mormon Pioneer Heritage Area in Utah. Designates the Utah Heritage Highway 89 Alliance as the Heritage Area's management entity.Prohibits the Alliance from using Federal funds provided under this Act to acquire real property.Requires the Board of Directors of the Alliance, with public participation, to develop and submit a management plan for the Area.Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to provide technical assistance and grants to: (1) units of government, non-profit organizations, and other persons; and (2) the Alliance for developing and implementing the management plan.

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Sen. Bennett, Robert F. [R-UT] · R–UT

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  • Energy and Natural Resources Committee
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    1. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 107-819.

    2. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

    3. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2955-2956)

    4. Introduced in Senate

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