S 759 · 94th Congress · Public Lands and Natural Resources

A bill to provide for the establishment of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore Urban National Park in the State of California.

Introduced 1975-02-19· Sponsored by Sen. Tunney, John V. [D-CA]· Senate

Bill Progress

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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs.(1975-02-19)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Directs the Secretary of the Interior to establish the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore Urban National Park in the State of California. Specifies which lands shall be included within the boundaries of the Park. States that with respect to improved properties, the Secretary shall not acquire fee title unless he determines that such property is being used, or is threatened with uses, which are detrimental to the purposes of this Act. Permits owners of improved properties to retain a right of use and occupancy for a definite term of up to 25 years. Requires the Secretary to submit to the Committees on Interior and Insular Affairs and to the Committees on Appropriations of the United States Congress a detailed program identifying the lands selected and the annual acquisition program which he recommends for the ensuing five fiscal years. Establishes the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashores National Urban Park Advisory Commission, to be composed of 15 members appointed by the Secretary for terms of three years each. Directs the Secretary to meet at least annually with the Commission to consult on general policies and specific matters related to planning, administration, and developmen…

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

Cosponsors (1)

1 Democrat