Report
from the Committee on Public Lands to the full House of Representatives
Regarding the bill which became known as The National Park Protective Act
(the Lacey Act), April 4, 1894
brought
to you by Jim Macdonald
The
National Park Protective Act, better known as the Lacey Act, solved
the longstanding problem with jurisdiction and law enforcement in Yellowstone
National Park. It was an especially important act in aiding the cavalry
and the future National Park Service in enforcing the rules and regulations
necessary to keep a fragile area like Yellowstone vibrant. This historical
document records the favorable recommendation from committee to the full
house for the passage of this bill.
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