HR 770 · 102th Congress · Public Lands and Natural Resources

To authorize the establishment of a memorial at Custer Battlefield National Monument to honor the Indians who fought in the Battle of the Little Bighorn, and for other purposes.

Introduced 1991-01-31· Sponsored by Rep. Marlenee, Ron [R-MT-2]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: For Further Action See H.R.848.(1991-06-18)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to design, construct, and maintain a memorial at the Custer Battlefield National Monument in Montana to: (1) honor and recognize the Indians who fought to preserve their land and culture in the Battle of the Little Bighorn; (2) provide visitors with an improved understanding of the events leading up to and the consequences of the fateful battle; and (3) encourage peace and brotherhood among people of all races. Requires the Secretary to submit to the Congress, after the completion of public hearings, a proposal for the appropriate name for the site. Authorizes appropriations.…

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Cosponsors (2)

2 Democrats