Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act
12/13/2023, 12:39 PMSummary of Bill S 336
Bill 118 s 336, also known as the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to designate a specific area of coastline as a protected seashore in honor of Senator James L. Buckley.The proposed seashore designation would provide increased protection for the natural habitat and wildlife in the area, as well as preserve the scenic beauty of the coastline for future generations to enjoy. The bill also includes provisions for increased funding for conservation efforts and public access to the designated seashore.
Supporters of the bill argue that the designation of a protected seashore is necessary to ensure the long-term sustainability of the coastal ecosystem and to prevent overdevelopment and environmental degradation. They believe that honoring Senator James L. Buckley in this way is a fitting tribute to his dedication to conservation and environmental protection during his time in office. Opponents of the bill raise concerns about the potential economic impact of restricting development in the designated seashore area. They argue that the restrictions could limit opportunities for economic growth and job creation in the region. Overall, the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as discussions continue about the potential benefits and drawbacks of designating a protected seashore in honor of Senator Buckley.
Congressional Summary of S 336
Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation Act
This bill designates the Staten Island Unit of the Gateway National Recreation Area in New York as the Senator James L. Buckley Seashore.
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Current Status of Bill S 336
Bill S 336 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2023. Bill S 336 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 9, 2023. Bill S 336's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of February 9, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 336
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 336
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Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 336
Senator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation ActSenator James L. Buckley Seashore Designation ActA bill to designate the Staten Island Unit of the Gateway National Recreation Area as the "Senator James L. Buckley Seashore".Comments
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