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H.Res. 173 (108th)

Recognizing the achievements and contributions of the National Wildlife Refuge System on the occasion of its centennial anniversary and expressing strong support for the continued success of the National Wildlife Refuge System.

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Introduced

3 April 2003

Last action

29 April 2003 · Floor

Status

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Sponsors

Rep. Boyd, Allen [D-FL-2], Rep. Putnam, Adam H. [R-FL-12], RON KIND, Rosa DeLauro, Rep. Whitfield, Ed [R-KY-1], Rep. Hayes, Robin [R-NC-8], Rep. Souder, Mark E. [R-IN-3], Rep. Dingell, John D. [D-MI-16], Rep. Foley, Mark [R-FL-16], Rob Bishop, Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-4], PETER DEFAZIO, Rep. Hinojosa, Ruben [D-TX-15]

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7 April 2025

Summary

Recognizes the achievements and contributions of the National Wildlife Refuge System on the occasion of its centennial anniversary. Expresses strong support for the continued success of the System. Encourages the United States Fish and Wildlife Service in its efforts to broaden understanding and appreciation for the System by: (1) increasing partnerships on behalf of the refuge system to better manage and monitor wildlife; and (2) continuing its support of wildlife dependent recreational activities as embodied in the Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997. Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to the National Wildlife Refuge System and the conservation of the rich natural heritage of the United States.

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Timeline

  1. 3 April 2003

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Resources.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 3 April 2003

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 3 April 2003

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 4 April 2003

    Referred

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries Conservation, Wildlife and Oceans.

    Source: Committee

  5. 29 April 2003

    Passed

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  6. 29 April 2003

    Passed

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text as passed House: CR H3425-3426)

    Source: Floor

  7. 29 April 2003

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text as passed House: CR H3425-3426)

    Source: Floor

  8. 29 April 2003

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 173.

    Source: Floor

  9. 29 April 2003

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3425-3428)

    Source: Floor

  10. 29 April 2003

    Floor

    Mr. Renzi moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

    Source: Floor

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