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H.R. 1001 (95th)

Urban Recreational Opportunities Act

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Introduced

4 January 1977

Last action

4 January 1977 · Introduced

Status

Referred to House Committee on Education and Labor.

Sponsors

Rep. Murphy, John M. [D-NY-17]

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Summary

Urban Recreational Opportunities Act - Authorizes the Secretary of Labor to make grants to units of local government: (1) for the assessment of and planning for the total recreation need; and (2) for urban recreational services for underprivileged youth that will meet the needs identified in assessment programs. Directs that recreation programs be carried out through grants made directly to units of local government. Requires particular attention to the needs of Appalachia and Indian Tribes. Requires, to the maximum extent possible, that sites chosen for programs be located in low-income communities or areas. States that programs assisted under this Act shall, to the extent feasible, include information tours, cultural field trips, athletic activities, and admission to special events. Authorizes the Secretary to make grants to public or private bodies or agencies, in coordination with units of local government, for the demonstration and evaluation of new methods and techniques of providing recreation support services for concentrations of underprivileged youth. Directs the Secretary to coordinate actions taken pursuant to this Act with those of other departments and agencies. Authorizes the appropriation of specified sums for fiscal years 1977,1978 and 1979.

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Timeline

  1. 4 January 1977

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 4 January 1977

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 4 January 1977

    Introduced

    Referred to House Committee on Education and Labor.

    Source: IntroReferral

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