HR 5948 · 117th Congress · Environmental Protection

Antarctic Science and Conservation Modernization Act

Introduced 2021-11-12· Sponsored by Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]· House

Bill Progress

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Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.(2021-12-02)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Antarctic Science and Conservation Modernization Act This bill sets forth requirements to implement (1) Measure 4 (2004), “Insurance and Contingency Planning for Tourism and Non-Governmental Activities in the Antarctic Treaty Area ;" and (2) Annex VI to the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty, “Liability Arising From Environmental Emergencies. "…

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Cosponsors (2)

1 Democrat1 Republican
Rep. Lucas, Frank D. [R-OK-3]OK
Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30]TX