HRES 261 · 107th Congress · Public Lands and Natural Resources

Recognizing the historical significance of the Aquia sandstone quarries of Government Island in Stafford County, Virginia, for their contributions to the construction of the Capital of the United States.

Introduced 2001-10-11· Sponsored by Rep. Davis, Jo Ann [R-VA-1]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
House Vote
4
Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.(2002-04-30)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Recognizes the national historical significance of the Aquia sandstone quarries of Government Island in Stafford County, Virginia, for their substantial contribution to the construction of the new U.S. Capital under the direction of President George Washington. Commends the Board of Supervisors and residents of Stafford County, Virginia, for their efforts to preserve Government Island and to make it available to the public.…

Summarized by Claude AI · Non-partisan · For informational purposes only

Cosponsors (11)

4 Democrats6 Republicans1 Independent