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H.R. 5488 (96th)

Allegheny Wilderness Act of 1979

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Introduced

28 September 1979

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Referred to House Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs.

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Summary

Allegheny Wilderness Act of 1979 - Designates specified lands in the Allegheny National Forest, Pennsylvania, as wilderness and components of the National Wilderness Preservation System. Authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to acquire whatever mineral interests or rights he deems necessary to protect and preserve the wilderness characteristics of the area. Sets forth the procedures to be followed in compensating the owners of such rights. Directs the Secretary to administer such wilderness areas.

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