(Updated September 25, 2006)

H.R. 5062
New Hampshire Wilderness Act of 2006       

Floor Situation

The House is scheduled to consider H.R. 5062, under suspension of the rules, on Monday, September 25, 2006.  The bill is debatable for 40 minutes, may not be amended, and requires a two-thirds majority vote for passage.

Summary

H.R. 5062 designates specified federal lands in the White Mountain National Forest area of New Hampshire as wilderness and incorporates such lands into the Sandwich Range Wilderness.

Legislative History

H.R. 5062 was introduced by Rep. Bradley (NH) on March 30, 2006. The bill was referred to the Resources and Agriculture Committees but was not considered.

For additional information or questions, please contact Rep. Bradley's office at 5-5456.