Rules Resource for H.R. 2087 – To remove restrictions from a parcel of land situated in the Atlantic District, Accomack County, Virginia

Summary

H.R. 2087 would remove restrictions from a parcel of land situated in the Atlantic District, Accomack County, VA. The legislation would require the Interior secretary to remove deed restrictions, including easements, exceptions, reservations, terms, conditions and covenants from the United States to Accomack County, Virginia, within 90 days of enactment of the legislation.

Type of Rule

Modified open rule (requiring that amendments be pre-printed in the Congressional Record) for H.R. 2087. Reported by voice vote.

Amendments

Amendments must be pre-printed in the Congressional Record and are debatable under the five-minute rule.

Other Elements of the Rule

  • Debate Time: Provides one hour of general debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Natural Resources.
  • Provides one motion to recommit with or without instructions.
  • Floor Managers: Bishop/Slaughter

Floor Action Expected

The rule and the bill are expected to be debated on the floor: March 20, 2012.