HR 393 · 98th Congress · Public Lands and Natural Resources

A bill to provide law enforcement authority for certain Bureau of Reclamation employees, and for other purposes.

Introduced 1983-01-03· Sponsored by Rep. Shumway, Norman D. [R-CA-14]· 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: Executive Comment Requested from Interior.(1983-02-16)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to issue rules and regulations to implement provisions of the Reclamation Act of June 17, 1902, and other reclamation Acts, with respect to the management, use, and protection of lands, waters, or other property under the Secretary's jurisdiction. Sets forth penalties for any person who knowingly violates such rules and regulations. Makes it a Federal crime to kill any Bureau of Reclamation official assigned to perform law enforcement functions. Authorizes the Secretary to cooperate with local law enforcement and regulatory officials in connection with Federal resource protection and administration. resource protection and administration.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Democrat