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S. 3167

Introduced

Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area Act of 2016

Introduced 7/12/2016•114th Congress•Senate

Latest Action

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 114-509.

9/22/2016 • Senate

Summary

Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area Act of 2016

This bill establishes the Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area to include specified counties in the states of Maryland and West Virginia.

The bill designates the Appalachian Forest Heritage Area, Inc., as the local coordinating entity for the area.

The bill also requires the Appalachian Forest Heritage Area, Inc., to submit a management plan that provides for the protection, enhancement, and interpretation of cultural, natural, historical, educational, scenic, and recreational resources of the area.

Introduced in Senate • 7/12/2016

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Topics & Subjects

CoalEconomic developmentForests, forestry, treesHistoric sites and heritage areasLand use and conservationMiningWest Virginia

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Party Breakdown

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Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]

Democrat • WV

Sponsored 7/12/2016

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Bill Journey

Originated in the Senate

Introduced

July 12, 2016

Committee Review

September 22, 2016

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 114-509.

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Introduced in Senate7/12/2016

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Current StatusIntroduced
Cosponsors3