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ID HP003

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Status

Engrossed

2/18/2011

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Lewiston, Idaho was founded in 1861 and is celebrating its 150th birthday in 2011
  • City is located at the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater rivers, named after the Lewis Clark encampment, and serves as gateway to Hells Canyon
  • Lewiston is Idaho's only seaport and the most inland seaport, serving as a commercial hub for North Central Idaho
  • City served as Idaho's first territorial capital in 1863 under Territorial Governor William Wallace and hosted the first meeting of the Idaho Legislature
  • Lewiston was the site of Idaho's first post office, brewery, newspaper, and public school district
  • House Chief Clerk is authorized to send a copy of the proclamation to Lewiston's mayor and city council members

Legislative Description

Commending Lewiston, Idaho, on its 150th birthday.

COMMENDED

Last Action

Filed in Office of the Chief Clerk

2/23/2011

Full Bill Text

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