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Wyoming Range Legacy Act of 2008
4/7/2025, 2:50 PM
Summary of Bill S 2229
The Wyoming Range Legacy Act of 2008, also known as Bill 110 s 2229, was introduced in the US Congress to protect the Wyoming Range in Wyoming from future oil and gas development. The bill aimed to designate approximately 1.2 million acres of land in the Wyoming Range as a special management area, where oil and gas drilling would be prohibited.
The legislation was supported by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, as well as conservation groups and outdoor enthusiasts who wanted to preserve the natural beauty and wildlife habitat of the Wyoming Range. The bill also aimed to protect important watersheds and recreational opportunities in the area.
After passing through both the House and Senate, the Wyoming Range Legacy Act of 2008 was signed into law by President George W. Bush on March 30, 2009. This legislation marked a significant victory for conservation efforts in Wyoming and demonstrated bipartisan support for protecting public lands from development.
The legislation was supported by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, as well as conservation groups and outdoor enthusiasts who wanted to preserve the natural beauty and wildlife habitat of the Wyoming Range. The bill also aimed to protect important watersheds and recreational opportunities in the area.
After passing through both the House and Senate, the Wyoming Range Legacy Act of 2008 was signed into law by President George W. Bush on March 30, 2009. This legislation marked a significant victory for conservation efforts in Wyoming and demonstrated bipartisan support for protecting public lands from development.
Current Status of Bill S 2229
Bill S 2229 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 25, 2007. Bill S 2229 was introduced during Congress 110 and was introduced to the Senate on October 25, 2007. Bill S 2229's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 795. as of June 16, 2008
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2229
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 2229
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2229
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