Bill Summary
This bill, if passed, would amend the Ohio & Erie Canal National Heritage Canalway Act of 1996 to remove a limitation on funding. This limitation is currently outlined in Section 810(a) of the act and this bill would strike the second sentence of that section. This change would allow for more funding to be allocated to the Ohio & Erie National Heritage Canalway, which promotes the preservation and enjoyment of the historic and cultural resources along the canal.
Possible Impacts
1. The repeal of the funding limitation could potentially allow for more money to be allocated towards the preservation and maintenance of the Ohio & Erie Canal National Heritage Canalway. This could benefit people who live near the canal and rely on it for recreational activities, as well as those who work in the tourism industry and depend on the canal for business.
2. The amendment could also potentially lead to increased development and improvements along the canal, which could have both positive and negative effects on nearby communities. On one hand, it could bring in more tourists and stimulate local economies. On the other hand, it could lead to gentrification and displacement of long-time residents.
3. The change in funding limitation could also impact the federal budget and how taxpayer money is allocated. This could affect all citizens, as their tax dollars could be used for the preservation of the Ohio & Erie Canal instead of other government programs.
[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.R. 1211 Introduced in House (IH)]
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116th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 1211
To amend the Ohio & Erie Canal National Heritage Canalway Act of 1996
to repeal the funding limitation.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
February 13, 2019
Mr. Ryan introduced the following bill; which was referred to the
Committee on Natural Resources
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A BILL
To amend the Ohio & Erie Canal National Heritage Canalway Act of 1996
to repeal the funding limitation.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. OHIO & ERIE NATIONAL HERITAGE CANALWAY.
Section 810(a) of the Ohio & Erie National Heritage Canalway Act of
1996 (Public Law 104-333; 110 Stat. 4275; 122 Stat. 826) is amended by
striking the second sentence.
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