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    <constitutionalAuthorityStatementText><![CDATA[<pre>[Pages H1178-H1179]From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [<a href='http://www.gpo.gov'>www.gpo.gov</a>]By Mr. BISHOP of Utah:H.R. 765.[[Page H1179]]Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuantto the following:The constitutional authority of Congress to enact thislegislation is provided by Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2(relating to the power of Congress to dispose of and make allneedful rules and regulations respecting the territory orother property belonging to the United States).</pre>]]></constitutionalAuthorityStatementText>
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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011 - Amends the National Forest Ski Area Permit Act of 1986 to require the term and acreage of permits for the operation of ski areas and associated facilities (under current law, for the operation of nordic and alpine ski areas and facilities) on National Forest System lands to be governed by provisions under the Act relating to such permits and other applicable law. </p> <p>Provides for the issuance of permits for the use and occupancy of suitable lands within the National Forest System for skiing and other snow-sports and recreational uses authorized pursuant to this Act. </p>]]></text>
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        <text><![CDATA[ <p><b>(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)</b></p> <p>Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011 - Amends the National Forest Ski Area Permit Act of 1986 to require the term and acreage of permits for the operation of ski areas and associated facilities (under current law, for the operation of nordic and alpine ski areas and facilities) on National Forest System lands to be governed by provisions under the Act relating to such permits and other applicable law. </p><p>Provides for the issuance of permits for the use and occupancy of suitable lands within the National Forest System for skiing and other snow-sports and recreational uses authorized pursuant to this Act. </p> <p>Requires each authorized activity and facility other than skiing and other snow-sports to: (1) encourage outdoor recreation and enjoyment of nature, (2) harmonize with the natural environment of the National Forest System land on which it is located, (3) be located within the developed portions of the ski area, and (4) be authorized in accordance with the applicable land and resource management plan and applicable laws. </p> <p>Specifies the activities and facilities that may be allowed or that are not allowed under a ski area permit issued pursuant to this Act. </p> <p>Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) from authorizing any activity or facility under this Act if its authorization would result in the primary recreational purpose of the National Forest System land with a ski area permit being a purpose other than skiing and other snow-sports. </p> <p>Bars the Secretary from considering the acreage necessary for authorized activities and facilities in determining the acreage encompassed by a ski area permit. </p> <p>Requires the Secretary to promulgate new regulations for the implementation of this Act. </p>]]></text>
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        <actionDate>2011-10-03</actionDate>
        <actionDesc>Passed House without amendment</actionDesc>
        <updateDate>2011-11-30T17:45:32Z</updateDate>
        <text><![CDATA[ <p><b>(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House reported version is repeated here.)</b></p>Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011 - Amends the National Forest Ski Area Permit Act of 1986 to require the term and acreage of permits for the operation of ski areas and associated facilities (under current law, for the operation of nordic and alpine ski areas and facilities) on National Forest System lands to be governed by provisions under the Act relating to such permits and other applicable law. <p>Provides for the issuance of permits for the use and occupancy of suitable lands within the National Forest System for skiing and other snow-sports and recreational uses authorized pursuant to this Act. </p> <p>Requires each authorized activity and facility other than skiing and other snow-sports to: (1) encourage outdoor recreation and enjoyment of nature, (2) harmonize with the natural environment of the National Forest System land on which it is located, (3) be located within the developed portions of the ski area, and (4) be authorized in accordance with the applicable land and resource management plan and applicable laws. </p> <p>Specifies the activities and facilities that may be allowed or that are not allowed under a ski area permit issued pursuant to this Act. </p> <p>Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) from authorizing any activity or facility under this Act if its authorization would result in the primary recreational purpose of the National Forest System land with a ski area permit being a purpose other than skiing and other snow-sports. </p> <p>Bars the Secretary from considering the acreage necessary for authorized activities and facilities in determining the acreage encompassed by a ski area permit. </p> <p>Requires the Secretary to promulgate new regulations for the implementation of this Act. </p>]]></text>
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        <actionDate>2011-10-18</actionDate>
        <actionDesc>Passed Senate without amendment</actionDesc>
        <updateDate>2011-12-07T17:52:37Z</updateDate>
        <text><![CDATA[ <p><b>(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House reported version is repeated here.)</b></p> <p>Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011 - Amends the National Forest Ski Area Permit Act of 1986 to require the term and acreage of permits for the operation of ski areas and associated facilities (under current law, for the operation of nordic and alpine ski areas and facilities) on National Forest System lands to be governed by provisions under the Act relating to such permits and other applicable law. </p> <p>Provides for the issuance of permits for the use and occupancy of suitable lands within the National Forest System for skiing and other snow-sports and recreational uses authorized pursuant to this Act. </p> <p>Requires each authorized activity and facility other than skiing and other snow-sports to: (1) encourage outdoor recreation and enjoyment of nature, (2) harmonize with the natural environment of the National Forest System land on which it is located, (3) be located within the developed portions of the ski area, and (4) be authorized in accordance with the applicable land and resource management plan and applicable laws. </p> <p>Specifies the activities and facilities that may be allowed or that are not allowed under a ski area permit issued pursuant to this Act. </p> <p>Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) from authorizing any activity or facility under this Act if its authorization would result in the primary recreational purpose of the National Forest System land with a ski area permit being a purpose other than skiing and other snow-sports. </p> <p>Bars the Secretary from considering the acreage necessary for authorized activities and facilities in determining the acreage encompassed by a ski area permit. </p> <p>Requires the Secretary to promulgate new regulations for the implementation of this Act.</p>]]></text>
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        <versionCode>49</versionCode>
        <actionDate>2011-11-08</actionDate>
        <actionDesc>Public Law</actionDesc>
        <updateDate>2011-12-07T17:54:39Z</updateDate>
        <text><![CDATA[ <p><b>(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House reported version is repeated here.)</b></p> <p>Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011 - Amends the National Forest Ski Area Permit Act of 1986 to require the term and acreage of permits for the operation of ski areas and associated facilities (under current law, for the operation of nordic and alpine ski areas and facilities) on National Forest System lands to be governed by provisions under the Act relating to such permits and other applicable law. </p> <p>Provides for the issuance of permits for the use and occupancy of suitable lands within the National Forest System for skiing and other snow-sports and recreational uses authorized pursuant to this Act. </p> <p>Requires each authorized activity and facility other than skiing and other snow-sports to: (1) encourage outdoor recreation and enjoyment of nature, (2) harmonize with the natural environment of the National Forest System land on which it is located, (3) be located within the developed portions of the ski area, and (4) be authorized in accordance with the applicable land and resource management plan and applicable laws. </p> <p>Specifies the activities and facilities that may be allowed or that are not allowed under a ski area permit issued pursuant to this Act. </p> <p>Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) from authorizing any activity or facility under this Act if its authorization would result in the primary recreational purpose of the National Forest System land with a ski area permit being a purpose other than skiing and other snow-sports. </p> <p>Bars the Secretary from considering the acreage necessary for authorized activities and facilities in determining the acreage encompassed by a ski area permit. </p> <p>Requires the Secretary to promulgate new regulations for the implementation of this Act.</p>]]></text>
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