H.Res. 701 · 111th Congress
To recognize the Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve as a unique and precious ecosystem.
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36 cosponsors · 30 D, 6 R
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- House Introduced Jul 30, 2009
- House Passed Oct 7, 2009 325–93
Recognizes: (1) the Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve of Fairfax County, Virginia, as a unique and precious ecosystem and an invaluable natural resource; and (2) the leadership of Representatives John Dingell, John Saylor, and Henry Reuss in preserving it.
What it does: CRS summary · Passed House without amendment · Oct 7, 2009
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Recognizes: (1) the Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve of Fairfax County, Virginia, as a unique and precious ecosystem and an invaluable natural resource; and (2) the leadership of Representatives John Dingell, John Saylor, and Henry Reuss in preserving it.
Celebrates the 50th anniversary of its designation as a protected wetland habitat. Expresses the need to continue to conserve, protect, and restore this fragile habitat.
Commends the Friends of Dyke Marsh for its longstanding commitment to promoting conservation and environmental awareness and stewardship.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
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About this bill and sources
Official title: To recognize the Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve as a unique and precious ecosystem.
Latest action (Oct 7, 2009): Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources · Origin: House · Introduced: Jul 30, 2009
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- House Introduced Jul 30, 2009
- House Passed Oct 7, 2009 325–93
Final vote · House · Oct 7, 2009
Adoption (two-thirds required) — Passed. Vote details
Speaker of the House: Nancy Pelosi