American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act of 2013

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Explore the details of House Bill 1033 American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act of 2013 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Public Lands and Natural Resources. Stay informed on legislative developments.

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Congressional Summary of HR 1033

American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act of 2013 - Amends the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 to reauthorize through FY2018 and expand the Battlefield Acquisition Grant Program to: (1) include the preservation of Revolutionary War and War of 1812 sites in the United States; and (2) permit the acquisition not only of an interest in an eligible site, but also an eligible site.

Requires acquisitions of lands or interests under the Act to be from willing sellers only.

Requires the Program to submit to Congress a report on activities carried out under this Act.

Prohibits any of the funds provided pursuant to this Act from being used to influence congressional action on any legislation or appropriation matters pending before Congress.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1033

Bill HR 1033 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 7, 2013. Bill HR 1033 was introduced during Congress 113 and was introduced to the House on March 7, 2013. Bill HR 1033's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 398. as of May 22, 2014

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1033

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1033

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Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Conflicts and wars

- Congressional oversight

- Europe

- Historic sites and heritage areas

- Land transfers

- Land use and conservation

- Military history

- Outdoor recreation

- U.S. history

- United Kingdom

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1033

American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act of 2013

To authorize the acquisition and protection of nationally significant battlefields and associated sites of the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 under the American Battlefield Protection Program.