HR 16019 · 93th Congress · Public Lands and Natural Resources

A bill to establish an economic zone contiguous to the territorial sea of the United States.

Introduced 1974-07-18· Sponsored by Rep. Tiernan, Robert O. [D-RI-2]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries.(1974-07-18)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Establishes an economic zone to extend 197 miles seaward from the outer limits of the territorial sea. Provides for equitable reimbursement to the United States for operations associated with nonrecoverable resource recovery which are carried out by any foreign citizen or entity within the economic zone.…

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