HR 5393
Southern Arizona Protection Act
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Bill overview
This bill aims to reverse a 2000 presidential proclamation that established the Ironwood Forest National Monument in southern Arizona. Specifically, it seeks to nullify Proclamation 7320 and prevent the creation of any new national monuments within the boundaries of the existing Ironwood Forest National Monument without Congressional approval. The bill intends to protect the area’s natural resources and cultural heritage from further federal designation.
Key provisions
- Nullifies Presidential Proclamation 7320.
- Prohibits the extension or establishment of new national monuments within the Ironwood Forest National Monument area.
- Requires Congressional authorization for any future monument designations in the area.
Who is affected
- The Federal Government
- Residents of Southern Arizona
- Landowners in the Ironwood Forest National Monument area
- Environmental groups
- Tribal Nations
Notable changes
- Reverses a 2000 presidential action.
- Limits federal authority to designate national monuments in a specific region of Arizona.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 5393
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To nullify Presidential Proclamation 7320 and restrict the designation of national monuments in southern Arizona.
This Act may be cited as the Southern Arizona Protection Act
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Ironwood Forest National Monumenton the map titled
Ironwood Forest National Monumentand dated June 12, 2000, may be undertaken except by express authorization of Congress.