United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

S 1898 — A bill to provide for the conveyance of certain property from the United States to the Maniilaq Association located in Kotzebue, Alaska.

Last action — Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-635.

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to convey specified property, including all land appurtenances, in Kotzebue, Alaska, to the Maniilaq Association for use in connection with health and social services programs. Shields the Maniilaq Association from liability for soil, surface water, groundwater, or other contamination resulting from the disposal, release, or presence of environmental contamination, including oil or petroleum products, or hazardous substances on any of the property as of the date of conveyance. Accords to the Secretary any easement or access to the conveyed property that is determined necessary to satisfy any retained obligation and liability.

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Action History

  1. Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-635.

  2. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 1898 do?
Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to convey specified property, including all land appurtenances, in Kotzebue, Alaska, to the Maniilaq Association for use in connection with health and social services programs. Shields the Maniilaq Association from liability for soil, surface water, groundwater, or other contamination resulting from the disposal, release, or presence of environmental contamination, including oil or petroleum products, or hazardous substances on any of the property as of the date of conveyance. Accords to the Secretary any easement or access to the conveyed property that is determined necessary to satisfy any retained obligation and liability.
Who sponsors S 1898?
S 1898 is sponsored by Lisa Murkowski (R).
What is the current status of S 1898?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S 1898?
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