54 U.S.C. § 305502 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3055 / Section 305502: Cooperative agreement to operate museum
Cooperative agreement to operate museum
Status: in_force

To provide a national center to commemorate and encourage the building arts and to preserve and maintain a nationally significant building that exemplifies the great achievements of the building arts in the United States, the Secretary and the Administrator of General Services shall enter into a cooperative agreement with the Committee for the operation of a National Building Museum in the Federal building located in the block bounded by Fourth Street, Fifth Street, F Street, and G Street, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia. The cooperative agreement shall include provisions that—

(1) make the site available to the Committee without charge;

(2) provide, subject to available appropriations, such maintenance, security, information, janitorial, and other services as may be necessary to ensure the preservation and operation of the site; and

(3) prescribe reasonable terms and conditions by which the Committee can fulfill its responsibilities under this division.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3223.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

305502
16 U.S.C. 470w–5(a) (1st sentence), (b).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §306(a) (1st sentence), (b), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3002, 3003.

The words "Administrator of General Services" are substituted for "Administrator of the General Services Administration" to use the correct title of the Administrator.
54 U.S.C. § 308603 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3086 / Section 308603: Authority to make grants
Authority to make grants
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The Secretary may make grants to other Federal agencies, State, local, and Tribal governments, other public entities, educational institutions, historic preservation groups, and private nonprofit organizations in accordance with this chapter for—

(1) the identification of historic African-American burial grounds that may qualify for the Program;

(2) the preservation and restoration of African-American burial grounds;

(3) the interpretation of African-American burial grounds; and

(4) related research and documentation for historic African-American burial grounds.

(b) Funding.—

(1) In general.—There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027.

(2) Availability.—Any amounts made available for a fiscal year under paragraph (1) that are not used during that fiscal year shall be available for use under this section during any subsequent fiscal year.

(Added Pub. L. 117–328, div. DD, title VI, §643(a), Dec. 29, 2022, 136 Stat. 5613.)
54 U.S.C. § 103501 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1035 / Section 103501: Establishment
Establishment
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—There is established in the Treasury an account to be known as the National Park Centennial Challenge Fund.

(b) Deposits.—All amounts received by the United States each fiscal year from sales by the National Park Service of National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes under section 805(b)(1) of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act that are in excess of $10,000,000 shall be deposited into the National Park Centennial Challenge Fund as offsetting collections and shall remain available to the Secretary until expended.

(c) Use of Funds.—Funds collected and deposited into the National Park Centennial Challenge Fund—

(1) shall be used for projects or programs approved by the Secretary to further the mission of the Service and to enhance the visitor experience in System units;

(2) may not be used to acquire lands or interest in lands; and

(3) may only be used if matched, on at least a 1-to-1 basis, by non-Federal donations (including funds and fairly valued durable goods and materials) to the Service for signature projects or programs.

(d) Limitation on Source of Funds for Matching.—Amounts derived from the Second Century Endowment for the National Park Service shall not be treated as non-Federal donations for purposes of subsection (c)(3).

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title I, §101(a), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1483.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

Section 805(b)(1) of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act, referred to in subsec. (b), is classified to section 6804(b)(1) of Title 16, Conservation.
54 U.S.C. § 303102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3031 / Section 303102: Funding
Funding
Status: in_force

For each of fiscal years 2012 to 2023,1 $150,000,000 shall be deposited in the Historic Preservation Fund from revenues due and payable to the United States under section 9 of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1338), section 8733(b) of title 10, or both, notwithstanding any provision of law that those proceeds shall be credited to miscellaneous receipts of the Treasury.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3206; Pub. L. 114–289, title VIII, §802(a), (c)(1), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1494, 1495; Pub. L. 115–232, div. A, title VIII, §809(s), Aug. 13, 2018, 132 Stat. 1844.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

303102
16 U.S.C. 470h (last paragraph 1st sentence).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §108 (last paragraph 1st sentence), Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 917; Pub. L. 91–243, §1(a), May 9, 1970, 84 Stat. 204; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(a), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 94–422, title II, §201(4), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1320; Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §205, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2995; Pub. L. 100–127, Oct. 9, 1987, 101 Stat. 800; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4011, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4760; Pub. L. 106–208, §§2, 5(a)(7), May 26, 2000, 114 Stat. 318, 319; Pub. L. 109–453, §1(c), Dec. 22, 2006, 120 Stat. 3367.

Reference to fiscal years 1977–2011 is omitted as obsolete.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2018—Pub. L. 115–232 substituted "section 8733(b) of title 10" for "section 7433(b) of title 10".

2016—Pub. L. 114–289 substituted "Funding" for "Contents" in section catchline and "2023" for "2015" in text.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective Date of 2018 Amendment

Amendment by Pub. L. 115–232 effective Feb. 1, 2019, with provision for the coordination of amendments and special rule for certain redesignations, see section 800 of Pub. L. 115–232, set out as a note preceding section 3001 of Title 10, Armed Forces.

Application of Section

Pub. L. 118–42, div. E, title I, §122, Mar. 9, 2024, 138 Stat. 249, provided that: "Section 303102 of title 54, United States Code, shall be applied by substituting 'fiscal year 2024' for 'fiscal year 2023'."

1 See Application of Section note below.
54 U.S.C. § 100803 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1008 / Section 100803: Interpretation and education evaluation and quality improvement
Interpretation and education evaluation and quality improvement
Status: in_force

The Secretary may undertake a program of regular evaluation of interpretation and education programs to ensure that they—

(1) adjust to how people learn and engage with the natural world and shared heritage as embodied in the System;

(2) reflect different cultural backgrounds, ages, education, gender, abilities, ethnicity, and needs;

(3) demonstrate innovative approaches to management and appropriately incorporate emerging learning and communications technology; and

(4) reflect current scientific and academic research, content, methods, and audience analysis.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title III, §301(a), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1487.)
54 U.S.C. § 101704 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1017 / Section 101704: Reimbursable agreements
Reimbursable agreements
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—In carrying out work under reimbursable agreements with any State, local, or tribal government, the Secretary, without regard to any provision of law or a regulation—

(1) may record obligations against accounts receivable from those governments; and

(2) shall credit amounts received from those governments to the appropriate account.

(b) When Amounts Shall Be Credited.—Amounts shall be credited within 90 days of the date of the original request by the Service for payment.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3137.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101704
16 U.S.C. 1i.
Pub. L. 108–7, div. F, title I (proviso in last undesignated par. under heading "administrative provisions" under heading "National Park Service"), Feb. 20, 2003, 117 Stat. 227.

The words "Heretofore and hereafter" and "section 1341 of title 31 or" are omitted as unnecessary
54 U.S.C. § 200103 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2001 / Section 200103: Authority of Secretary to carry out certain functions and activities
Authority of Secretary to carry out certain functions and activities
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—To carry out this chapter, the Secretary may perform the functions and activities described in this section.

(b) Inventory and Evaluation.—The Secretary may prepare and maintain a continuing inventory and evaluation of outdoor recreation needs and resources of the United States.

(c) Classification System.—The Secretary may prepare a system for classification of outdoor recreation resources to assist in the effective and beneficial use and management of such resources.

(d) Technical Assistance and Advice.—The Secretary may provide technical assistance and advice to and cooperate with States, political subdivisions, and private interests, including nonprofit organizations, with respect to outdoor recreation.

(e) Interstate and Regional Cooperation.—The Secretary may encourage interstate and regional cooperation in the planning, acquisition, and development of outdoor recreation resources.

(f) Research, Information, and Education Programs and Activities.—The Secretary may—

(1) sponsor, engage in, and assist in research relating to outdoor recreation, directly or by contract or cooperative agreements, and make payments for such purposes without regard to the limitations of section 3324(a) and (b) of title 31 concerning advances of funds when the Secretary considers such action to be in the public interest;

(2) undertake studies and assemble information concerning outdoor recreation, directly or by contract or cooperative agreement, and disseminate the information without regard to section 3204 of title 39; and

(3) cooperate with educational institutions and others to assist in establishing education programs and activities and to encourage public use and benefits from outdoor recreation.

(g) Cooperation and Coordination with Federal Agencies.—

(1) In general.—The Secretary may—

(A) cooperate with and provide technical assistance to Federal agencies and obtain from them information, data, reports, advice, and assistance that are needed and can reasonably be furnished in carrying out the purposes of this chapter; and

(B) promote coordination of Federal plans and activities generally relating to outdoor recreation.

(2) Funding.—An agency furnishing advice or assistance under this paragraph may expend its own funds for those purposes, with or without reimbursement, as may be agreed to by that agency.

(h) Donations.—The Secretary may accept and use donations of money, property, personal services, or facilities for the purposes of this chapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3170; Pub. L. 118–234, title I, §112(c), Jan. 4, 2025, 138 Stat. 2839.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

200103
16 U.S.C. 460l–1.
Pub. L. 88–29, §2, May 28, 1963, 77 Stat. 49; Pub. L. 91–375, §6(h), Aug. 12, 1970, 84 Stat. 776.

In subsection (d), the words "which shall be prepared as soon as practicable within 5 years on and after May 28, 1963" and "Future" are omitted as obsolete.

In subsection (h), the word "department" is omitted as being included in "agency".

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2025—Subsecs. (d) to (i). Pub. L. 118–234 redesignated subsecs. (e) to (i) as (d) to (h), respectively, and struck out former subsec. (d) which related to formulation and maintenance of a comprehensive nationwide outdoor recreation plan.
54 U.S.C. § 307104 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3071 / Section 307104: Inapplicability of division to White House, Supreme Court building, or United States Capitol
Inapplicability of division to White House, Supreme Court building, or United States Capitol
Status: in_force

Nothing in this division applies to the White House and its grounds, the Supreme Court building and its grounds, or the United States Capitol and its related buildings and grounds.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3232.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

307104
16 U.S.C. 470g.
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §107, Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 915.
54 U.S.C. § 102702 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1027 / Subchapter I / Section 102702: Crime prevention assistance
Crime prevention assistance
Status: in_force

(a) Recommendations for Improvement.—The Secretary shall direct the chief official responsible for law enforcement within the Service to—

(1) compile a list of System units with the highest rates of violent crime;

(2) make recommendations concerning capital improvements, and other measures, needed within the System to reduce the rates of violent crime, including the rate of sexual assault; and

(3) publish the information required by paragraphs (1) and (2) in the Federal Register.

(b) Distribution of Funds.—Based on the recommendations and list issued pursuant to subsection (a), the Secretary shall distribute the funds authorized by subsection (d) throughout the System. Priority shall be given to areas with the highest rates of sexual assault.

(c) Use of Funds.—Funds provided under this section may be used—

(1) to increase lighting within or adjacent to System units;

(2) to provide emergency phone lines to contact law enforcement or security personnel in areas within or adjacent to System units;

(3) to increase security or law enforcement personnel within or adjacent to System units; or

(4) for any other project intended to increase the security and safety of System units.

(d) Authorization of Appropriations.—There is authorized to be appropriated out of the Violent Crime Reduction Trust Fund not more than $10,000,000 for the Secretary to take all necessary actions to seek to reduce the incidence of violent crime in the System.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3161.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

102702
16 U.S.C. 1a–7a.
Pub. L. 91–383, §13, as added Pub. L. 103–322, title IV, §40132, Sept. 13, 1994, 108 Stat. 1917.
54 U.S.C. § 100706 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter I / Section 100706: Integration of study results into management decisions
Integration of study results into management decisions
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall take such measures as are necessary to ensure the full and proper utilization of the results of scientific study for System unit management decisions. In each case in which an action undertaken by the Service may cause a significant adverse effect on a System unit resource, the administrative record shall reflect the manner in which System unit resource studies have been considered. The trend in the condition of resources of the System shall be a significant factor in the annual performance evaluation of each superintendent of a System unit.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3106.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100706
16 U.S.C. 5936.
Pub. L. 105–391, title II, §206, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3500.
54 U.S.C. § 312505 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3125 / Section 312505: Notice of dam construction
Notice of dam construction
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—Before any Federal agency undertakes the construction of a dam, or issues a license to any private individual or corporation for the construction of a dam, it shall give written notice to the Secretary setting forth the site of the proposed dam and the approximate area to be flooded and otherwise changed if construction is undertaken.

(b) Dams With Certain Detention Capacity or Reservoir.—With respect to any flood water retarding dam that provides fewer than 5,000 acre-feet of detention capacity, and with respect to any other type of dam that creates a reservoir of fewer than 40 surface acres, this section shall apply only when the constructing agency, in its preliminary surveys, finds or is presented with evidence that historical or archeological materials exist or may be present in the proposed reservoir area.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3256.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

312505
16 U.S.C. 469a.
Pub. L. 86–523, §2, formerly §2(a), June 27, 1960, 74 Stat. 220, renumbered as §2 and amended Pub. L. 93–291, §1(2), (5), May 24, 1974, 88 Stat. 174, 175.

In subsection (a), the words "Federal agency" are substituted for "agency of the United States" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.
54 U.S.C. § 103306 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1033 / Section 103306: Studies
Studies
Status: in_force

(a) Study of Battlefields for Commemorative Purposes.—The Secretary of the Army may make studies and investigations and, where necessary, surveys of all battlefields within the continental limits of the United States on which troops of the United States or of the original 13 colonies have been engaged against a common enemy, with a view to preparing a general plan and such detailed projects as may be required for properly commemorating such battlefields or other adjacent points of historic and military interest.

(b) Inclusion of Estimate of Cost of Projected Surveys in Appropriation Estimates.—The Secretary of the Army shall include annually in the Department of the Interior appropriation estimates a list of the battlefields for which surveys or other field investigations are planned for the fiscal year in question, with the estimated cost of making each survey or other field investigation.

(c) Purchase of Real Estate for National Military Park Purposes.—No real estate shall be purchased for national military park purposes by the Federal Government unless a report on the real estate has been made by the Secretary of the Army through the President to Congress under subsection (d).

(d) Report to Congress.—The Secretary of the Army, through the President, shall annually submit to Congress a detailed report of progress made under this subchapter, with recommendations for further operations.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3166.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

103306(a)
16 U.S.C. 455.
June 11, 1926, ch. 555, 44 Stat. 726; July 26, 1947, ch. 343, title II, §205(a), 61 Stat. 501.

103306(b)
16 U.S.C. 455b.

103306(c)
16 U.S.C. 455c.

103306(d)
16 U.S.C. 455a.

In subsection (d), the words "after December 1, 1926" are omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 200506 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2005 / Section 200506: Non-Federal share of project costs
Non-Federal share of project costs
Status: in_force

(a) Sources.—

(1) Allowable sources.—The non-Federal share of project costs assisted under this chapter may be derived from general or special purpose State or local revenues, State categorical grants, special appropriations by State legislatures, donations of land, buildings, or building materials, and in-kind construction, technical, and planning services. Reasonable local costs of recovery action program development to meet the requirements of section 200504(a) of this title may be used as part of the local match only when the local government has not received a recovery action program grant.

(2) Non-allowable sources.—No amount from the Land and Water Conservation Fund or from any other Federal grant program other than the community development block grant programs shall be used to match Federal grants under this program.

(b) Encouragement of States and Private Interests.—The Secretary shall encourage States and private interests to contribute, to the maximum extent possible, to the non-Federal share of project costs.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3185.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

200506
16 U.S.C. 2508.
Pub. L. 95–625, title X, §1009, Nov. 10, 1978, 92 Stat. 3543.

In subsection (a), the word "recovery" is added after "Reasonable local costs of", and the words "a recovery action program grant" are substituted for "program development grants", for clarity. See 36 CFR 72.32(a).
54 U.S.C. § 100755 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter IV / Section 100755: Applicability of other laws
Applicability of other laws
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—This section and sections 100501, 100901(d) to (h), 101302(b)(2), 101901(c), and 102711 of this title, and the various authorities relating to the administration and protection of System units, including the provisions of law listed in subsection (b), shall, to the extent that those provisions are not in conflict with any such specific provision, be applicable to System units, and any reference in any of these provisions to a System unit does not limit those provisions to that System unit.

(b) Applicable Provisions.—The provisions of law referred to in subsection (a) are—

(1) section 100101(a), chapter 1003, sections 100751(a), 100752, 100753, 101101, 101102, 101511, 102101, 102712, 102901, 104905, and 104906, and chapter 2003 of this title;

(2) the Act of March 4, 1911 (43 U.S.C. 961); and

(3) chapter 3201 of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3112.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100755
16 U.S.C. 1c(b).
Aug. 8, 1953, ch. 384, §2(b), 67 Stat. 496; Pub. L. 91–383, §2(b), Aug. 18, 1970, 84 Stat. 826.

In subsection (a), the words "reference in such Act" are interpreted to mean "reference in such Acts" for clarity.

In subsection (b)(1), the words "relating to donation of land and money", "relating to roads and trails", "relating to approach roads to national monuments", "relating to conveyance of roads to States", "relating to acquisitions of inholdings", and "relating to aid to visitors in emergencies" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "the Act of March 3, 1905 (33 Stat. 873; 16 U.S.C. 10), relating to arrests" are omitted because the Act was repealed by section 10(a)(2) of the Act of August 18, 1970 (known as the National Park System General Authorities Act) (Public Law 91–383), as added by section 2 of the Act of October 7, 1976 (Public Law 94–458, 90 Stat. 1941). The words "relating to services or other accommodations for the public, emergency supplies and services to concessioners, acceptability of travelers checks, care and removal of indigents" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "the Act of October 9, 1965 (79 Stat. 696; 16 U.S.C. 20–20g), relating to concessions" are omitted because the Act was repealed by section 415(a) of the National Parks Omnibus Management Act of 1998 (Public Law 105–391, 112 Stat. 3515).

In subsection (b)(2), the words "relating to rights of way" are omitted as unnecessary.

Subsection (b)(3) is added for clarity because many of the laws that established a System unit provided that the Secretary, in addition to administering the unit in accordance with the Act of August 25, 1916 (16 U.S.C. 1, 3, 3, and 4) and with laws generally applicable to System units, administer the unit in accordance with the Act of August 21, 1935 (16 U.S.C. 461 to 467).
54 U.S.C. § 302909 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3029 / Section 302909: Prohibited use of grant amounts
Prohibited use of grant amounts
Status: in_force

No part of any grant made under this subdivision shall be used to compensate any person intervening in any proceeding under this division.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3205.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302909
16 U.S.C. 470a(f).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(f), formerly §101(e), Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 915; Pub. L. 91–383, §11, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1942; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(d), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(a)(1), (2), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §201(a), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2992; redesignated as §101(f), Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4006(a)(1), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4758.
54 U.S.C. § 101916 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter II / Section 101916: Reasonableness of rates and charges
Reasonableness of rates and charges
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—A concession contract shall permit the concessioner to set reasonable and appropriate rates and charges for facilities, goods, and services provided to the public, subject to approval under subsection (b).

(b) Approval by Secretary Required.—

(1) Factors to consider.—A concessioner's rates and charges to the public shall be subject to approval by the Secretary. The approval process utilized by the Secretary shall be as prompt and as unburdensome to the concessioner as possible and shall rely on market forces to establish reasonableness of rates and charges to the maximum extent practicable. The Secretary shall approve rates and charges that the Secretary determines to be reasonable and appropriate. Unless otherwise provided in the concession contract, the reasonableness and appropriateness of rates and charges shall be determined primarily by comparison with those rates and charges for facilities, goods, and services of comparable character under similar conditions, with due consideration to the following factors and other factors deemed relevant by the Secretary:

(A) Length of season.

(B) Peakloads.

(C) Average percentage of occupancy.

(D) Accessibility.

(E) Availability and costs of labor and materials.

(F) Type of patronage.

(2) Rates and charges not to exceed market rates and charges.—Rates and charges may not exceed the market rates and charges for comparable facilities, goods, and services, after taking into account the factors referred to in paragraph (1).

(c) Implementation of Recommendations.—Not later than 6 months after receiving recommendations from the Advisory Board regarding concessioner rates and charges to the public, the Secretary shall implement the recommendations or report to Congress the reasons for not implementing the recommendations.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3145.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101916
16 U.S.C. 5955.
Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §406, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3510.
54 U.S.C. § 306131 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3061 / Subchapter III / Section 306131: Standards and guidelines
Standards and guidelines
Status: in_force

(a) Standards.—

(1) In general.—Each Federal agency that is responsible for the protection of historic property (including archeological property) pursuant to this division or any other law shall ensure that—

(A) all actions taken by employees or contractors of the agency meet professional standards under regulations developed by the Secretary in consultation with the Council, other affected agencies, and the appropriate professional societies of archeology, architecture, conservation, history, landscape architecture, and planning;

(B) agency personnel or contractors responsible for historic property meet qualification standards established by the Office of Personnel Management in consultation with the Secretary and appropriate professional societies of archeology, architecture, conservation, curation, history, landscape architecture, and planning; and

(C) records and other data, including data produced by historical research and archeological surveys and excavations, are permanently maintained in appropriate databases and made available to potential users pursuant to such regulations as the Secretary shall promulgate.

(2) Considerations.—The standards referred to in paragraph (1)(B) shall consider the particular skills and expertise needed for the preservation of historic property and shall be equivalent requirements for the disciplines involved.

(3) Revision.—The Office of Personnel Management shall revise qualification standards for the disciplines involved.

(b) Guidelines.—To promote the preservation of historic property eligible for listing on the National Register, the Secretary shall, in consultation with the Council, promulgate guidelines to ensure that Federal, State, and tribal historic preservation programs subject to this division include plans to—

(1) provide information to the owners of historic property (including architectural, curatorial, and archeological property) with demonstrated or likely research significance, about the need for protection of the historic property, and the available means of protection;

(2) encourage owners to preserve historic property intact and in place and offer the owners of historic property information on the tax and grant assistance available for the donation of the historic property or of a preservation easement of the historic property;

(3) encourage the protection of Native American cultural items (within the meaning of section 2 of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (25 U.S.C. 3001)) and of property of religious or cultural importance to Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, or other Native American groups; and

(4) encourage owners that are undertaking archeological excavations to—

(A) conduct excavations and analyses that meet standards for federally-sponsored excavations established by the Secretary;

(B) donate or lend artifacts of research significance to an appropriate research institution;

(C) allow access to artifacts for research purposes; and

(D) prior to excavating or disposing of a Native American cultural item in which an Indian tribe or Native Hawaiian organization may have an interest under subparagraph (B) or (C) of section 3(a)(2) of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (25 U.S.C. 3002(a)(2)(B), (C)), give notice to and consult with the Indian tribe or Native Hawaiian organization.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3229; Pub. L. 114–289, title VI, §601(f), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1491.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

306131
16 U.S.C. 470h–4.
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §112, as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4014, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4761; Pub. L. 106–208, §5(a)(9), May 26, 2000, 114 Stat. 319.

In subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (a)(1), the words "the disciplines involved, specifically" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (a)(3), the words "within 2 years after October 20, 1992" are omitted as obsolete.

In subsection (b)(1), the word "property" is substituted for "resources" for consistency because the defined term in the new division is "property".

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2016—Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 114–289 substituted "Office of Personnel Management" for "Office of Management and Budget".
54 U.S.C. § 308901 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3089 / Section 308901: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) Collection.—The term "collection" means a collection of intellectual and cultural artifacts, including documents, sculpture, and works of art.

(2) Eligible entity.—The term "eligible entity" means a Federal entity, State, local, or tribal government, educational institution, or nonprofit organization.

(3) Historic property.—The term "historic property" has the meaning given the term in section 300308 of this title.

(4) Nationally significant.—The term "nationally significant", in reference to a collection or historic property, means a collection or historic property that meets the applicable criteria for national significance, in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Secretary pursuant to section 302103 of this title.

(5) Program.—The term "program" means the Save America's Treasures Program established under section 308902(a) of this title.

(6) Secretary.—The term "Secretary" means the Secretary, acting through the Director.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3243.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

308901
16 U.S.C. 469o(b).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle D, §7303(b), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1216.

In paragraph (4), the words "in reference to a collection or historic property" are added for clarity.
54 U.S.C. § 304103 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3041 / Section 304103: Cooperation between Council and instrumentalities of executive branch of Federal Government
Cooperation between Council and instrumentalities of executive branch of Federal Government
Status: in_force

The Council may secure directly from any Federal agency information, suggestions, estimates, and statistics for the purpose of this chapter. Each Federal agency may furnish information, suggestions, estimates, and statistics to the extent permitted by law and within available funds.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3211.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

304103
16 U.S.C. 470k.
Pub. L. 89–665, title II, §203, Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 918.

The words "Federal agency" are substituted for "department, bureau, agency, board, commission, office, independent establishment or instrumentality of the executive branch of the Federal Government" to eliminate unnecessary words and for consistency in the revised chapter.
54 U.S.C. § 304112 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3041 / Section 304112: Effectiveness of Federal grant and assistance programs
Effectiveness of Federal grant and assistance programs
Status: in_force

(a) Cooperative Agreements.—The Council may enter into a cooperative agreement with any Federal agency that administers a grant or assistance program for the purpose of improving the effectiveness of the administration of the program in meeting the purposes and policies of this division. The cooperative agreement may include provisions that modify the selection criteria for a grant or assistance program to further the purposes of this division or that allow the Council to participate in the selection of recipients, if those provisions are not inconsistent with the grant or assistance program's statutory authorization and purpose.

(b) Review of Grant and Assistance Programs.—The Council may—

(1) review the operation of any Federal grant or assistance program to evaluate the effectiveness of the program in meeting the purposes and policies of this division;

(2) make recommendations to the head of any Federal agency that administers the program to further the consistency of the program with the purposes and policies of this division and to improve its effectiveness in carrying out those purposes and policies; and

(3) make recommendations to the President and Congress regarding the effectiveness of Federal grant and assistance programs in meeting the purposes and policies of this division, including recommendations with regard to appropriate funding levels.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3214.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

304112
16 U.S.C. 470v–2.
Pub. L. 89–665, title II, §216, as added Pub. L. 109–453, §1(g), Dec. 22, 2006, 120 Stat. 3368.
54 U.S.C. § 311105 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3111 / Section 311105: Authorization of appropriations
Authorization of appropriations
Status: in_force

There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this chapter $25,000,000 for each fiscal year, to remain available until expended.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3249; Pub. L. 113–291, div. B, title XXX, §3033(e), Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3777.)

Amendment Not Shown in Text

This section was derived from section 469n(f) of Title 16, Conservation, which was amended by Pub. L. 113–291, div. B, title XXX, §3033(e), Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3777. For applicability of that amendment to this section, see section 6(b) of Pub. L. 113–287, set out as a Transitional and Savings Provisions note preceding section 100101 of this title. Former section 469n(f) of Title 16 was amended by Pub. L. 113–291 by inserting ", except that the amount authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section not appropriated as of the date of enactment of the First State National Historical Park Act shall be reduced by $6,500,000" before period at end.

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

311105
16 U.S.C. 469n(f).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle D, §7302(f), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1216.

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The date of enactment of the First State National Historical Park Act, referred to in Amendment Not Shown in Text note above, probably means the date of enactment of section 3033 of Pub. L. 113–291, which provided for the establishment of the First State National Historical Park and was approved Dec. 19, 2014. See section 410rrr of Title 16, Conservation. No act with the title First State National Historical Park Act has been enacted.
54 U.S.C. § 308106 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3081 / Section 308106: Updates and improvements to Battlefield Reports
Updates and improvements to Battlefield Reports
Status: in_force

Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this section, and every 10 years thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report that updates the Battlefield Reports to reflect—

(1) preservation activities carried out at the battlefields in the period since the publication of the most recent Battlefield Reports update;

(2) changes in the condition, including core and study areas, of the battlefields during that period; and

(3) any other relevant developments relating to the battlefields during that period.

(Added Pub. L. 118–234, title I, §157(e), Jan. 4, 2025, 138 Stat. 2880.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The date of the enactment of this section, referred to in introductory provisions, is the date of enactment of Pub. L. 118–234, which was approved Jan. 4, 2025.
54 U.S.C. § 100903 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1009 / Section 100903: Solid waste disposal operations
Solid waste disposal operations
Status: in_force

(a) In General 1 —To protect the air, land, water, and natural and cultural values of the System and the property of the United States in the System, no solid waste disposal site (including any site for the disposal of domestic or industrial solid waste) may be operated within the boundary of any System unit, other than—

(1) a site that was operating as of September 1, 1984; or

(2) a site used only for disposal of waste generated within that System unit so long as the site will not degrade any of the natural or cultural resources of the System unit.

(b) Regulations.—The Secretary shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section, including reasonable regulations to mitigate the adverse effects of solid waste disposal sites in operation as of September 1, 1984, on property of the United States.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3115.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100903
16 U.S.C. 460l–22(c).
Pub. L. 90–401, §5(c), as added Pub. L. 98–506, §2, Oct. 19, 1984, 98 Stat. 2338.

1 So in original. A period probably should appear.
54 U.S.C. § 104909 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1049 / Section 104909: Wildlife management in parks
Wildlife management in parks
Status: in_force

(a) Use of Qualified Volunteers.—If the Secretary determines it is necessary to reduce the size of a wildlife population on System land in accordance with applicable law (including regulations), the Secretary may use qualified volunteers to assist in carrying out wildlife management on System land.

(b) Requirements for Qualified Volunteers.—Qualified volunteers providing assistance under subsection (a) shall be subject to—

(1) any training requirements or qualifications established by the Secretary; and

(2) any other terms and conditions that the Secretary may require.

(c) Donations.—The Secretary may authorize the donation and distribution of meat and any other part of an animal removed pursuant to wildlife management activities carried out under this section, including the donation and distribution to Indian Tribes, qualified volunteers, food banks, and other organizations that work to address hunger, in accordance with applicable health guidelines and such terms and conditions as the Secretary may require.

(Added Pub. L. 116–9, title II, §2410(a), Mar. 12, 2019, 133 Stat. 752; amended Pub. L. 118–234, title I, §126, Jan. 4, 2025, 138 Stat. 2855.)

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2025—Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 118–234 substituted "meat and any other part of an animal removed pursuant to" for "meat from".
54 U.S.C. § 102102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1021 / Section 102102: Authority of Secretary to enter into lease for buildings and associated property
Authority of Secretary to enter into lease for buildings and associated property
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—To facilitate the administration of the System, the Secretary, under such terms and conditions as the Secretary may consider advisable, and except as provided in subsection (b) and subject to subsection (c), may enter into a lease with any person or government entity for the use of buildings and associated property administered by the Secretary as part of the System.

(b) Prohibited Activities.—The Secretary may not use a lease under subsection (a) to authorize the lessee to engage in activities that are subject to authorization by the Secretary through a concession contract, commercial use authorization, or similar instrument.

(c) Use.—Buildings and associated property leased under subsection (a)—

(1) shall be used for an activity that is consistent with the purposes established by law for the System unit in which the building is located;

(2) shall not result in degradation of the purposes and values of the System unit; and

(3) shall be compatible with Service programs.

(d) Rental Amounts.—

(1) In general.—With respect to a lease under subsection (a)—

(A) payment of fair market value rental shall be required; and

(B) section 1302 of title 40 shall not apply.

(2) Adjustment.—The Secretary may adjust the rental amount as appropriate to take into account any amounts to be expended by the lessee for preservation, maintenance, restoration, improvement, or repair and related expenses.

(e) Special Account.—

(1) Deposits.—Rental payments under a lease under subsection (a) shall be deposited in a special account in the Treasury.

(2) Availability.—Amounts in the special account shall be available until expended, without further appropriation, for infrastructure needs at System units, including—

(A) facility refurbishment;

(B) repair and replacement;

(C) infrastructure projects associated with System unit resource protection; and

(D) direct maintenance of the leased buildings and associated property.

(3) Accountability and results.—The Secretary shall develop procedures for the use of the special account that ensure accountability and demonstrated results consistent with this section and sections 100101(b), 100502, 100507, 100751(b), 100754, 100901(b) and (c), 100906(a) and (d), 101302(b)(1) and (c) to (e), 101306, 101702(b) and (c), 101901, 102701, and 102702 of this title.

(f) Regulations.—The Secretary shall prescribe regulations implementing this section that include provisions to encourage and facilitate competition in the leasing process and provide for timely and adequate public comment.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3152.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

102102(a)
16 U.S.C. 1a–2 (matter before (a)).
Pub. L. 91–383, §3 (matter before (a)), Aug. 18, 1970, 84 Stat. 826.

 
16 U.S.C. 1a–2(k)(1).
Pub. L. 91–383, §3(k), as added Pub. L. 105–391, title VIII, §802(a), Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3522.

102102(b) through (d)
16 U.S.C. 1a–2(k)(2) through (4)(B).

102102(e)
16 U.S.C. 1a–2(k)(5).

102102(f)
16 U.S.C. 1a–2(k)(4)(C).
54 U.S.C. § 100707 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter I / Section 100707: Confidentiality of information
Confidentiality of information
Status: in_force

Information concerning the nature and specific location of a System resource that is endangered, threatened, rare, or commercially valuable, of mineral or paleontological objects within System units, or of objects of cultural patrimony within System units, may be withheld from the public in response to a request under section 552 of title 5 unless the Secretary determines that—

(1) disclosure of the information would further the purposes of the System unit in which the resource or object is located and would not create an unreasonable risk of harm, theft, or destruction of the resource or object, including individual organic or inorganic specimens; and

(2) disclosure is consistent with other laws protecting the resource or object.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3106.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100707
16 U.S.C. 5937.
Pub. L. 105–391, title II, §207, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3501.
54 U.S.C. § 101914 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter II / Section 101914: Term of concession contracts
Term of concession contracts
Status: in_force

A concession contract entered into pursuant to this subchapter shall generally be awarded for a term of 10 years or less. The Secretary may award a contract for a term of up to 20 years if the Secretary determines that the contract terms and conditions, including the required construction of capital improvements, warrant a longer term.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3142.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101914
16 U.S.C. 5953.
Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §404, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3508; Pub. L. 106–176, title III, §311, Mar. 10, 2000, 114 Stat. 34.
54 U.S.C. § 302907 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3029 / Section 302907: Grants to Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations
Grants to Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall administer a program of direct grants to Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations for the purpose of carrying out this division as it pertains to Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations. Matching fund requirements may be modified. Federal funds available to an Indian tribe or Native Hawaiian organization may be used as matching funds for the purposes of the Indian tribe's or Native Hawaiian organization's conducting its responsibilities pursuant to this subdivision.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3205.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302907
16 U.S.C. 470a(e)(5).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(e)(5), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4007(2), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4758.
54 U.S.C. § 302501 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3025 / Section 302501: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) Designation.—The term "designation" means the identification and registration of property for protection that meets criteria established by a State or locality for significant historic property within the jurisdiction of a local government.

(2) Protection.—The term "protection" means protection by means of a local review process under State or local law for proposed demolition of, changes to, or other action that may affect historic property designated pursuant to this chapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3197.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302501
16 U.S.C. 470a(c)(4).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(c)(4), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4005, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4755.
54 U.S.C. § 303903 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3039 / Section 303903: Preservation education and training program
Preservation education and training program
Status: in_force

The Secretary, in consultation with the Council and other appropriate Federal, tribal, Native Hawaiian, and non-Federal organizations, shall develop and implement a comprehensive preservation education and training program. The program shall include—

(1) standards and increased preservation training opportunities for Federal workers involved in preservation-related functions;

(2) preservation training opportunities for other Federal, State, tribal and local government workers, and students;

(3) technical or financial assistance, or both, to historically black colleges and universities, to tribal colleges, and to colleges with a high enrollment of Native Americans or Native Hawaiians, to establish preservation training and degree programs; and

(4) where appropriate, coordination with the National Center for Preservation Technology and Training of—

(A) distribution of information on preservation technologies;

(B) provision of training and skill development in trades, crafts, and disciplines related to historic preservation in Federal training and development programs; and

(C) support for research, analysis, conservation, curation, interpretation, and display related to preservation.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3208.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

303903
16 U.S.C. 470a(j).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(j), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4008, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4758.

In paragraph (1), the word "new" is omitted as unnecessary.

In paragraph (2), the word "increased" is omitted as unnecessary.
54 U.S.C. § 302502 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3025 / Section 302502: Certification as part of State program
Certification as part of State program
Status: in_force

Any State program approved under this subdivision shall provide a mechanism for the certification by the State Historic Preservation Officer of local governments to carry out the purposes of this division and provide for the transfer, in accordance with section 302902(c)(4) of this title, of a portion of the grants received by the States under this division, to those local governments.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3197.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302502
16 U.S.C. 470a(c)(1) (1st sentence).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(c)(1) (1st sentence), Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 915; Pub. L. 91–383, §11, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1942; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(d), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(a)(1), (2), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §201(a), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2991.
54 U.S.C. § 103303 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1033 / Section 103303: Performance of duties of commissions
Performance of duties of commissions
Status: in_force

The duties of commissions in charge of national military parks shall be performed under the direction of the Secretary.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3166.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

103303
16 U.S.C. 421.
Aug. 24, 1912, ch. 355, §1 (last undesignated paragraph under heading "national military parks" under heading "UNDER THE WAR DEPARTMENT"), 37 Stat. 442; July 26, 1947, ch. 343, title II, §205(a), 61 Stat. 501.

Section 103303 is substituted for 16 U.S.C. 421 to eliminate obsolete words because there no longer are park commissioners for the national military parks. The references to the Secretary of the Army are changed to the Secretary the Interior because the administrative functions of certain national military parks were transferred to the Department of the Interior by section 2 of Executive Order No. 6166, June 10, 1933, and section 1 of Executive Order No. 6228, July 28, 1933, set out as a note under section 901 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees. References to the National Park Service were substituted for references to the Office of National Parks, Buildings, and Reservations in section 2 of Executive Order No. 6166 because of the last paragraph under the heading "OFFICE OF NATIONAL PARKS, BUILDINGS, AND RESERVATIONS" in section 1 of the Act of March 2, 1934 (ch. 38, 48 Stat. 389).
54 U.S.C. § 305101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3051 / Section 305101: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) Administrator.—The term "Administrator" means the Administrator of General Services.

(2) Eligible entity.—The term "eligible entity" means—

(A) any department or agency of the Federal Government; or

(B) any department or agency of the State in which a historic light station is located, the local government of the community in which a historic light station is located, a nonprofit corporation, an educational agency, or a community development organization that—

(i) has agreed to comply with the conditions set forth in section 305104 of this title and to have the conditions recorded with the deed of title to the historic light station; and

(ii) is financially able to maintain the historic light station in accordance with the conditions set forth in section 305104 of this title.

(3) Federal aid to navigation.—

(A) In general.—The term "Federal aid to navigation" means any device, operated and maintained by the United States, external to a vessel or aircraft, intended to assist a navigator to determine position or safe course, or to warn of dangers or obstructions to navigation.

(B) Inclusions.—The term "Federal aid to navigation" includes a light, lens, lantern, antenna, sound signal, camera, sensor, piece of electronic navigation equipment, power source, or other piece of equipment associated with a device described in subparagraph (A).

(4) Historic light station.—The term "historic light station" includes the light tower, lighthouse, keeper's dwelling, garages, storage sheds, oil house, fog signal building, boat house, barn, pumphouse, tramhouse support structures, piers, walkways, underlying and appurtenant land and related real property and improvements associated with a historic light station that is a historic property.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3215.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

305101
16 U.S.C. 470w–7(e).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §308(e), as added Pub. L. 106–355, §2, Oct. 24, 2000, 114 Stat. 1388.

The text of 16 U.S.C. 470w–7(e)(5) is omitted as unnecessary.

In paragraph (3)(A), the words "that is a historic property" are substituted for "provided that the 'historic light station' shall be included in or eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places" because of the definition of "historic property" in section 300308 of the new title.
54 U.S.C. § 308404 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3084 / Section 308404: Sunset
Sunset
Status: in_force

This program shall expire on the date that is 7 years after the date of enactment of this chapter.

(Added Pub. L. 115–104, §3(a), Jan. 8, 2018, 131 Stat. 2261.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The date of enactment of this chapter, referred to in text, is the date of enactment of Pub. L. 115–104, which was approved Jan. 8, 2018.
54 U.S.C. § 312106 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3121 / Section 312106: Consultation with National Park System Advisory Board
Consultation with National Park System Advisory Board
Status: in_force

In carrying out its functions under this chapter, the National Trust may consult with the National Park System Advisory Board on matters relating to the selection of sites, buildings, and objects to be preserved and protected pursuant to this chapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3251.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

312106
16 U.S.C. 468d.
Oct. 26, 1949, ch. 735, §5, 63 Stat. 929.

The words "National Park System Advisory Board" are substituted for "Advisory Board on National Parks, Historic Sites, Buildings, and Museums" because the Board was renamed when section 3 of the Act of August 21, 1935 (known as the Historic Sites, Buildings, and Antiquities Act (ch. 593, 49 Stat. 667)) was amended by section 9 of Public Law 91–383, as added by section 2 of Public Law 94–458 (90 Stat. 1940).
54 U.S.C. § 305301 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3053 / Section 305301: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) Board.—The term "Board" means the Preservation Technology and Training Board established pursuant to section 305303 of this title.

(2) Center.—The term "Center" means the National Center for Preservation Technology and Training established pursuant to section 305302 of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3220.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

305301
16 U.S.C. 470x–1.
Pub. L. 89–665, title IV, §402, as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4022, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4766.
54 U.S.C. § 304111 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3041 / Section 304111: Reimbursements from State and local agencies
Reimbursements from State and local agencies
Status: in_force

Subject to applicable conflict of interest laws, the Council may receive reimbursements from State and local agencies and others pursuant to agreements executed in furtherance of this division.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3214.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

304111
16 U.S.C. 470v–1.
Pub. L. 89–665, title II, §215, as added Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title V, §509(c)(3), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4157.
54 U.S.C. § 200507 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2005 / Section 200507: Conversion of recreation property
Conversion of recreation property
Status: in_force

No property improved or developed with assistance under this chapter shall, without the approval of the Secretary, be converted to other than public recreation uses. The Secretary shall approve such a conversion only if the Secretary finds it to be in accord with the then-current local park and recreation recovery action program and only on such conditions as the Secretary considers necessary to ensure the provision of adequate recreation properties and opportunities of reasonably equivalent location and usefulness.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3186.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

200507
16 U.S.C. 2509.
Pub. L. 95–625, title X, §1010, Nov. 10, 1978, 92 Stat. 3543.

The words "then current" are substituted for "current" for clarity.
54 U.S.C. § 103304 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1033 / Section 103304: Recovery of land withheld
Recovery of land withheld
Status: in_force

(a) Civil Action.—The United States may bring a civil action in the courts of the United States against a person to whom land lying within a national military park has been leased that refuses to give up possession of the land to the United States after the termination of the lease, and after possession has been demanded for the United States by the park superintendent, or against a person retaining possession of land lying within the boundary of a national military park that the person has sold to the United States for park purposes and received payment therefor, after possession of the land has been demanded for the United States by the park superintendent, to recover possession of the land withheld. The civil action shall be brought according to the statutes of the State in which the national military park is situated.

(b) Trespass.—A person described in subsection (a) shall be guilty of trespass.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3166.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

103304
16 U.S.C. 416.
Mar. 3, 1897, ch. 372, §§4, 5, 29 Stat. 622.

In subsection (a) the words "any park commissioner" are omitted as obsolete. See section 103303 of the new title. The words "or code of practice" are omitted as obsolete because of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (28 U.S.C. App.).
54 U.S.C. § 302103 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3021 / Section 302103: Criteria and regulations relating to National Register, National Historic Landmarks, and World Heritage List
Criteria and regulations relating to National Register, National Historic Landmarks, and World Heritage List
Status: in_force

The Secretary, in consultation with national historical and archeological associations, shall—

(1) establish criteria for properties to be included on the National Register and criteria for National Historic Landmarks; and

(2) promulgate regulations for—

(A) nominating properties for inclusion on, and removal from, the National Register and the recommendation of properties by certified local governments;

(B) designating properties as National Historic Landmarks and removing that designation;

(C) considering appeals from recommendations, nominations, removals, and designations (or any failure or refusal by a nominating authority to nominate or designate);

(D) nominating historic property for inclusion in the World Heritage List in accordance with the World Heritage Convention;

(E) making determinations of eligibility of properties for inclusion on the National Register; and

(F) notifying the owner of a property, any appropriate local governments, and the general public, when the property is being considered for inclusion on the National Register, for designation as a National Historic Landmark, or for nomination to the World Heritage List.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3192.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302103
16 U.S.C. 470a(a)(2).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(a)(2), Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 915; Pub. L. 91–383, §11, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1942; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(d), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(a)(1), (2), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §201(a), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2988.

The words "or revise" are omitted as being included in "establish" and "promulgate".
54 U.S.C. § 101937 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter III / Section 101937: Savings provision
Savings provision
Status: in_force

Nothing in this subchapter shall modify the terms or conditions of any concessions contracts awarded under subchapter II or the ability of the National Park Service to enter into concessions contracts under the National Park Service Concessions Management Improvement Act of 1998 (title IV of Public Law 105–391) including the use of leaseholder surrender interest.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title VII, §701, Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1493.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The National Park Service Concessions Management Improvement Act of 1998, referred to in text, is title IV of Pub. L. 105–391, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3503. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title of 1998 Act note set out under section 100101 of this title and Tables.
54 U.S.C. § 102901 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1029 / Section 102901: Conveyance of property and interests in property in System units or related areas
Conveyance of property and interests in property in System units or related areas
Status: in_force

(a) Freehold and Leasehold Interests.—With respect to any property acquired by the Secretary within a System unit or related area, except property within national parks or within national monuments of scientific significance, the Secretary may convey a freehold or leasehold interest in the property, subject to such terms and conditions as will ensure the use of the property in a manner that is, in the judgment of the Secretary, consistent with the purpose for which the System unit or related area was authorized by Congress. The Secretary shall convey the interest to the highest bidder, in accordance with such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe. The conveyance shall be at not less than the fair market value of the interest, as determined by the Secretary, except that if the conveyance is proposed within 2 years after the property to be conveyed is acquired by the Secretary, the Secretary shall allow the last owner of record of the property 30 days following the date on which the owner is notified by the Secretary in writing that the property is to be conveyed within which to notify the Secretary that the owner wishes to acquire the interest. On receiving the timely request, the Secretary shall convey the interest to the person, in accordance with such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, on payment or agreement to pay an amount equal to the highest bid price.

(b) Exchange of Land.—

(1) In general.—The Secretary may accept title to any non-Federal property or interest in property within a System unit or related area under the Secretary's administration in exchange for any Federally-owned property or interest under the Secretary's jurisdiction that the Secretary determines is suitable for exchange or other disposal and that is located in the same State as the non-Federal property to be acquired.

(2) Exception.—Timberland subject to harvest under a sustained yield program shall not be exchanged under paragraph (1).

(3) Public hearing.—On request of a State or a political subdivision thereof, or of a party in interest, prior to an exchange under this subsection the Secretary shall hold a public hearing in the area where the properties to be exchanged are located.

(4) Values of properties exchanged.—The values of the properties exchanged—

(A) shall be approximately equal; or

(B) if they are not approximately equal, shall be equalized by the payment of cash to the grantor from funds appropriated for the acquisition of land for the area, or to the Secretary, as the circumstances require.

(c) Proceeds Credited to Land and Water Conservation Fund.—The proceeds received from any conveyance under this section shall be credited to the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3162.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

102901(a), (b)
16 U.S.C. 460l–22(a), (b).
Pub. L. 90–401, §5(a), (b), July 15, 1968, 82 Stat. 356.

102901(c)
16 U.S.C. 460l–22(d).
Pub. L. 90–401, §5(d), July 15, 1968, 82 Stat. 356; Pub. L. 98–506, §2, Oct. 19, 1984, 98 Stat. 2338.
54 U.S.C. § 312102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3121 / Section 312102: Establishment and purposes
Establishment and purposes
Status: in_force

(a) Establishment.—To further the policy enunciated in chapter 3201 of this title, and to facilitate public participation in the preservation of sites, buildings, and objects of national significance or interest, there is established a charitable, educational, and nonprofit corporation to be known as the National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States.

(b) Purposes.—The purposes of the National Trust shall be to—

(1) receive donations of sites, buildings, and objects significant in American history and culture;

(2) preserve and administer the sites, buildings, and objects for public benefit;

(3) accept, hold, and administer gifts of money, securities, or other property of any character for the purpose of carrying out the preservation program; and

(4) execute other functions vested in the National Trust by this chapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3249.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

312102
16 U.S.C. 468.
Oct. 26, 1949, ch. 735, §1, 63 Stat. 927.
54 U.S.C. § 101531 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1015 / Subchapter IV / Section 101531: Fee for use of transportation services
Fee for use of transportation services
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, where the Service or an entity under a service contract, cooperative agreement, or other contractual agreement with the Service provides transportation to all or a portion of any System unit, the Secretary may impose a reasonable and appropriate charge to the public for the use of the transportation services in addition to any admission fee required to be paid. Collection of the transportation and admission fees may occur at the transportation staging area or any other reasonably convenient location determined by the Secretary. The Secretary may enter into agreements, with public or private entities that qualify to the Secretary's satisfaction, to collect the transportation and admission fee. Transportation fees collected pursuant to this section shall be retained by the System unit at which the transportation fee was collected, and the amount retained shall be expended only for costs associated with the transportation systems at the System unit where the charge was imposed.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3134.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101531
16 U.S.C. 5981.
Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §501, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3518; Pub. L. 109–131, title I, §102(b), Dec. 20, 2005, 119 Stat. 2568.
54 U.S.C. § 103104 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1031 / Section 103104: Recovery of costs associated with special use permits
Recovery of costs associated with special use permits
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Service may recover all costs of providing necessary services associated with special use permits. The reimbursements shall be credited to the appropriation current at that time.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3165.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

103104
16 U.S.C. 3a.
Pub. L. 103–138, title I (2d proviso in paragraph under heading "administrative provisions" under heading "National Park Service"), Nov. 11, 1993, 107 Stat. 1387.

The words "on and after November 11, 1993" are omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 101935 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter III / Section 101935: Financial management
Financial management
Status: in_force

(a) Revolving Fund.—There is established a revolving fund that shall be available to the Secretary without fiscal year limitation for—

(1) expenses necessary for the management, improvement, enhancement, operation, construction, and maintenance of commercial visitor services and facilities; and

(2) payment of possessory interest and leasehold surrender interest.

(b) Collection of Funds.—

(1) Funds collected by the Secretary pursuant to the contracts awarded under this subchapter shall be credited to the revolving fund.

(2) The Secretary is authorized to transfer to the revolving fund, without reimbursement, any additional funds or revenue in connection with the functions to be carried out under this subchapter.

(c) Use of Funds.—Amounts in the revolving fund shall be used by the Secretary in furtherance of the purposes of this title. No funds from this account may be used to decrease the availability of services and programs to the public.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title VII, §701, Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1493.)
54 U.S.C. § 101302 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1013 / Subchapter I / Section 101302: Authority of Secretary to carry out certain activities
Authority of Secretary to carry out certain activities
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—To facilitate the administration of the System, the Secretary, under such terms and conditions as the Secretary may consider advisable, may carry out the activities described in this section.

(b) Transportation.—The Secretary may provide transportation of employees located at an isolated area of the System and to members of their families, if—

(1) the area is not adequately served by commercial transportation; and

(2) the transportation is incidental to official transportation services.

(c) Recreation Facilities, Equipment, and Services.—The Secretary may provide recreation facilities, equipment, and services for use by employees and their families located at an isolated area of the System.

(d) Field and Special Purpose Equipment.—The Secretary may purchase field and special purpose equipment required by employees for the performance of assigned functions. The purchased equipment shall be regarded and listed as System equipment.

(e) Meals and Lodging.—The Secretary may provide meals and lodging, as the Secretary considers appropriate, for members of the United States Park Police and other employees of the Service, as the Secretary may designate, serving temporarily on extended special duty in System units. For this purpose the Secretary may use funds appropriated for the expenses of the Department of the Interior.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3124.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101302(a)
16 U.S.C. 1a–2 (matter before (a)).
Pub. L. 91–383, §3 (matter before (a)), Aug. 18, 1970, 84 Stat. 826.

101302(b)
16 U.S.C. 1a–2(a).
Pub. L. 91–383, §3(a), (b), (d), Aug. 18, 1970, 84 Stat. 826, 827; Pub. L. 106–176, title I, §118(2), (3), Mar. 10, 2000, 114 Stat. 28.

101302(c)
16 U.S.C. 1a–2(b).

101302(d)
16 U.S.C. 1a–2(d).

101302(e)
16 U.S.C. 1a–2(i).
Pub. L. 91–383, §3(i), as added Pub. L. 94–458, §1(2), Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1939; Pub. L. 106–176, title I, §118(2), (4), Mar. 10, 2000, 114 Stat. 28.
54 U.S.C. § 200309 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2003 / Section 200309: Contracts for options to acquire land and water in System
Contracts for options to acquire land and water in System
Status: in_force

The Secretary may enter into contracts for options to acquire land, water, or interests in land or water within the exterior boundaries of any area the acquisition of which is authorized by law for inclusion in the System. The minimum period of any such option shall be 2 years, and any sums expended for the purchase of an option shall be credited to the purchase price of the area. Not more than $500,000 of the sum authorized to be appropriated from the Fund by section 200303 of this title may be expended by the Secretary in any one fiscal year for the options.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3179.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

200309
16 U.S.C. 460l–10b.
Pub. L. 88–578, title I, §10, formerly §9, as added Pub. L. 90–401, §4, July 15, 1968, 82 Stat. 355; renumbered §10, Pub. L. 92–347, §2, July 11, 1972, 86 Stat. 459.
54 U.S.C. § 300316 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300316: Secretary
Secretary
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "Secretary" means the Secretary acting through the Director.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3190.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

300316
16 U.S.C. 470w(11).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §301(11), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3001; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4019(a)(9), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4764.
54 U.S.C. § 308902 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3089 / Section 308902: Establishment
Establishment
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—There is established in the Department of the Interior the Save America's Treasures Program.

(b) Participants.—In consultation and partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States, the National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers, the National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, and the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, the Secretary shall use the amounts made available under section 308905 of this title to provide grants to eligible entities for projects to preserve nationally significant collections and historic property.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3244.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

308902
16 U.S.C. 469o(a), (c)(1).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle D, §7303(a), (c)(1), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1216, 1217.

In subsection (a), the words "The purpose of this section is to authorize within the Department of the Interior the Save America's Treasures Program" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "to be carried out by the Director of the National Park Service" are omitted because the definition of "Secretary" in section 308901 of the new title provides that the Secretary acts through the Director and because this is the only place in the chapter where the Director is mentioned.

In subsection (b), the words "subject to paragraph (6)(A)(ii)" are omitted as unnecessary.
54 U.S.C. § 308702 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3087 / Section 308702: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) National trust.—The term "National Trust" means the National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States established under section 312102 of this title.

(2) Private nonprofit organization.—The term "private nonprofit organization" means any person that is exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 501(a)) and described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)).

(3) Program.—The term "Program" means the National Maritime Heritage Grants Program established under section 308703(a) of this title.

(4) State historic preservation officer.—The term "State Historic Preservation Officer" means a State Historic Preservation Officer appointed pursuant to section 302301(1) of this title by the chief executive official of a State having a State Historic Preservation Program approved by the Secretary under that section.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3237.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

308702
16 U.S.C. 5406.
Pub. L. 103–451, §7, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4777.

The definition of "Committee" is omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 300321 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300321: World Heritage Convention
World Heritage Convention
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "World Heritage Convention" means the Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, done at Paris November 23, 1972 (27 UST 37).

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3191.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

300321
no source.

The words "the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands . . . and, upon termination of the Trusteeship Agreement for the Trust Territories of the Pacific Islands" are omitted as obsolete. See note at 48 U.S.C. prec. 1681. For continued application of certain laws of the United States in certain cases, see the Covenant to Establish a Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in Political Union with the United States of America (48 U.S.C. 1801 note), the Compact of Free Association between the Government of the United States of America and the Governments of the Marshall Islands and the Federated States of Micronesia (48 U.S.C. 1901 note), and the Compact of Free Association between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of Palau (48 U.S.C. 1931 note).
54 U.S.C. § 200304 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2003 / Section 200304: Statement of estimated requirements
Statement of estimated requirements
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—There shall be submitted with the annual budget of the United States a comprehensive statement of estimated requirements during the ensuing fiscal year for appropriations from the Fund.

(b) Allocation of Funds.—Of the total amount made available to the Fund through appropriations or deposited in the Fund under section 105(a)(2)(B) of the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 (43 U.S.C. 1331 note; Public Law 109–432)—

(1) not less than 40 percent shall be used for Federal purposes; and

(2) not less than 40 percent shall be used to provide financial assistance to States.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3172; Pub. L. 116–9, title III, §3001(b), Mar. 12, 2019, 133 Stat. 755.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

200304
16 U.S.C. 460l–7.
Pub. L. 88–578, title I, §5, formerly §4, Sept. 3, 1964, 78 Stat. 900; Pub. L. 90–401, §3, July 15, 1968, 82 Stat. 355; renumbered §5, Pub. L. 92–347, §2, July 11, 1972, 86 Stat. 459; Pub. L. 94–273, §3(4), Apr. 21, 1976, 90 Stat. 376; Pub. L. 94–422, title I, §101(2), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1314; Pub. L. 95–42, §1(2), June 10, 1977, 91 Stat. 210.

The references to fiscal years 1978 and 1979 and the special account are omitted as obsolete.

Editorial Notes

References in Text

Section 105(a)(2)(B) of the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006, referred to in subsec. (b), is section 105(a)(2)(B) of title I of div. C of Pub. L. 109–432, which is set out in a note under section 1331 of Title 43, Public Lands.

Amendments

2019—Pub. L. 116–9 designated existing provisions as subsec. (a) and inserted heading, struck out "Not less than 40 percent of such appropriations shall be available for Federal purposes." after "Fund.", and added subsec. (b).
54 U.S.C. § 307107 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3071 / Section 307107: Donations and bequests of money, personal property, and less than fee interests in historic property
Donations and bequests of money, personal property, and less than fee interests in historic property
Status: in_force

(a) Money and Personal Property.—The Secretary may accept donations and bequests of money and personal property for the purposes of this division and shall hold, use, expend, and administer the money and personal property for those purposes.

(b) Less Than Fee Interest in Historic Property.—The Secretary may accept gifts or donations of less than fee interests in any historic property where the acceptance of an interest will facilitate the conservation or preservation of the historic property. Nothing in this section or in any provision of this division shall be construed to affect or impair any other authority of the Secretary under other provision of law to accept or acquire any property for conservation or preservation or for any other purpose.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3232.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

307107
16 U.S.C. 470w–2.
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §303, as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3002.
54 U.S.C. § 101335 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1013 / Subchapter III / Section 101335: Housing programs
Housing programs
Status: in_force

(a) Joint Public-Private Sector Housing Program.—

(1) Lease-to-build program.—Subject to the appropriation of necessary funds in advance, the Secretary may lease—

(A) Federal land and interests in land to qualified persons for the construction of field employee quarters for any period not to exceed 50 years; and

(B) developed and undeveloped non-Federal land for providing field employee quarters.

(2) Competitive leasing.—Each lease under paragraph (1)(A) shall be awarded through the use of publicly advertised, competitively bid, or competitively negotiated contracting procedures.

(3) Terms and conditions.—Each lease under paragraph (1)(A)—

(A) shall stipulate whether operation and maintenance of field employee quarters is to be provided by the lessee, field employees, or the Federal Government;

(B) shall require that the construction and rehabilitation of field employee quarters be done in accordance with the requirements of the Service and local applicable building codes and industry standards;

(C) shall contain additional terms and conditions as may be appropriate to protect the Federal interest, including limits on rents that the lessee may charge field employees for the occupancy of quarters, conditions on maintenance and repairs, and agreements on the provision of charges for utilities and other infrastructure; and

(D) may be granted at less than fair market value if the Secretary determines that the lease will improve the quality and availability of field employee quarters.

(4) Contributions by federal government.—The Secretary may make payments, subject to appropriations, or contributions in kind, in advance or on a continuing basis, to reduce the costs of planning, construction, or rehabilitation of quarters on or off Federal land under a lease under this subsection.

(b) Rental Guarantee Program.—

(1) General authority.—Subject to the appropriation of necessary funds in advance, the Secretary may enter into a lease-to-build arrangement as set forth in subsection (a) with further agreement to guarantee the occupancy of field employee quarters constructed or rehabilitated under the lease. A guarantee made under this paragraph shall be in writing.

(2) Limitations on guarantees.—

(A) Specific guarantees.—The Secretary may not guarantee—

(i) the occupancy of more than 75 percent of the units constructed or rehabilitated under the lease; and

(ii) at a rental rate that exceeds the rate based on the reasonable value of the housing in accordance with requirements applicable under section 5911 of title 5.

(B) Total of outstanding guarantees.—Outstanding guarantees shall not be in excess of $3,000,000.

(3) Agreement to rent to federal government employees.—A guarantee may be made under this subsection only if the lessee agrees to permit the Secretary to utilize for housing purposes any units for which the guarantee is made.

(4) Operation and maintenance.—A lease shall be void if the lessee fails to maintain a satisfactory level of operation and maintenance.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3127.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101335(a)
16 U.S.C. 17o(7).
Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(a)(7), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4190; Pub. L. 106–176, title I, §120(a)(1)(B), Mar. 10, 2000, 114 Stat. 28.

101335(b)
16 U.S.C. 17o(8).
Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(a)(8), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4192.
54 U.S.C. § 312104 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3121 / Section 312104: Board of trustees
Board of trustees
Status: in_force

(a) Membership.—The affairs of the National Trust shall be under the general direction of a board of trustees composed as follows:

(1) The Attorney General, the Secretary, and the Director of the National Gallery of Art, ex officio.

(2) Not fewer than 6 general trustees who shall be citizens of the United States.

(b) Designation of Another Officer.—The Attorney General and the Secretary, when it appears desirable in the interest of the conduct of the business of the Board and to such extent as they consider it advisable, may, by written notice to the National Trust, designate any officer of their respective departments to act for them in the discharge of their duties as a member of the Board.

(c) General Trustees.—

(1) Number and selection.—The number of general trustees shall be fixed by the Board and shall be chosen by the members of the National Trust from its members at any regular meeting of the National Trust.

(2) Term of office.—The respective terms of office of the general trustees shall be as prescribed by the Board but in no case shall exceed a period of 5 years from the date of election.

(3) Successor.—A successor to a general trustee shall be chosen in the same manner and shall have a term expiring 5 years from the date of the expiration of the term for which the predecessor was chosen, except that a successor chosen to fill a vacancy occurring prior to the expiration of a term shall be chosen only for the remainder of that term.

(d) Chairman.—The chairman of the Board shall be elected by a majority vote of the members of the Board.

(e) Compensation and Reimbursement.—No compensation shall be paid to the members of the Board for their services as such members, but they shall be reimbursed for travel and actual expenses necessarily incurred by them in attending board meetings and performing other official duties on behalf of the National Trust at the direction of the Board.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3249.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

312104
16 U.S.C. 468b.
Oct. 26, 1949, ch. 735, §3, 63 Stat. 928; July 28, 1953, ch. 255, 67 Stat. 228.
54 U.S.C. § 302703 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3027 / Section 302703: Apportionment of grant funds
Apportionment of grant funds
Status: in_force

In consultation with interested Indian tribes, other Native American organizations, and affected State Historic Preservation Officers, the Secretary shall establish and implement procedures for carrying out section 302902(c)(1)(A) of this title with respect to tribal programs that assume responsibilities under section 302702 of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3200.)

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302703
16 U.S.C. 470a(d)(3).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(d)(3), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4006(a)(2), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4756.
54 U.S.C. § 306107 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3061 / Subchapter I / Section 306107: Planning and actions to minimize harm to National Historic Landmarks
Planning and actions to minimize harm to National Historic Landmarks
Status: in_force

Prior to the approval of any Federal undertaking that may directly and adversely affect any National Historic Landmark, the head of the responsible Federal agency shall to the maximum extent possible undertake such planning and actions as may be necessary to minimize harm to the landmark. The head of the Federal agency shall afford the Council a reasonable opportunity to comment with regard to the undertaking.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3226.)

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306107
16 U.S.C. 470h–2(f).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §110(f), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §206, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2996.
54 U.S.C. § 306113 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3061 / Subchapter I / Section 306113: Anticipatory demolition
Anticipatory demolition
Status: in_force

Each Federal agency shall ensure that the agency will not grant a loan, loan guarantee, permit, license, or other assistance to an applicant that, with intent to avoid the requirements of section 306108 of this title, has intentionally significantly adversely affected a historic property to which the grant would relate, or having legal power to prevent it, has allowed the significant adverse effect to occur, unless the agency, after consultation with the Council, determines that circumstances justify granting the assistance despite the adverse effect created or permitted by the applicant.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3227.)

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Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

306113
16 U.S.C. 470h–2(k).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §110(k), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4012(3), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4760.
54 U.S.C. § 100802 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1008 / Section 100802: Interpretation and education authority
Interpretation and education authority
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall ensure that management of System units and related areas is enhanced by the availability and use of a broad program of the highest quality interpretation and education.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title III, §301(a), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1487.)
54 U.S.C. § 307101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3071 / Section 307101: World Heritage Convention
World Heritage Convention
Status: in_force

(a) Authority of Secretary.—In carrying out this section, the Secretary of the Interior may act directly or through an appropriate officer in the Department of the Interior.

(b) Participation by United States.—The Secretary shall direct and coordinate participation by the United States in the World Heritage Convention in cooperation with the Secretary of State, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Council. Whenever possible, expenditures incurred in carrying out activities in cooperation with other nations and international organizations shall be paid for in such excess currency of the country or area where the expense is incurred as may be available to the United States.

(c) Nomination of Property to World Heritage Committee.—The Secretary shall periodically nominate property that the Secretary determines is of international significance to the World Heritage Committee on behalf of the United States. No property may be nominated unless it has previously been determined to be of national significance. Each nomination shall include evidence of such legal protections as may be necessary to ensure preservation of the property and its environment (including restrictive covenants, easements, or other forms of protection). Before making any nomination, the Secretary shall notify the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate.

(d) Nomination of Non-Federal Property to World Heritage Committee Requires Written Concurrence of Owner.—No non-Federal property may be nominated by the Secretary to the World Heritage Committee for inclusion on the World Heritage List unless the owner of the property concurs in the nomination in writing.

(e) Consideration of Undertaking on Property.—Prior to the approval of any undertaking outside the United States that may directly and adversely affect a property that is on the World Heritage List or on the applicable country's equivalent of the National Register, the head of a Federal agency having direct or indirect jurisdiction over the undertaking shall take into account the effect of the undertaking on the property for purposes of avoiding or mitigating any adverse effect.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3230.)

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307101(a)
no source.

307101(b) through (d)
16 U.S.C. 470a–1.
Pub. 96–515, title IV, §401, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3000; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(d)(28), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4584.

307101(e)
16 U.S.C. 470a–2.
Pub. L. 96–515, title IV, §402, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3000.

Subsection (a) is added for clarity because of the definition of "Secretary" in section 300316 of the new title.
54 U.S.C. § 102304 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1023 / Section 102304: National Park Service Advisory Council
National Park Service Advisory Council
Status: in_force

(a) Definitions.—In this section:

(1) Board.—The term "Board" means the National Park System Advisory Board established under section 102303 of this title.

(2) Council.—The term "Council" means the National Park Service Advisory Council established under subsection (b).

(b) Establishment and Purpose.—There is established a National Park Service Advisory Council that shall provide advice and counsel to the Board.

(c) Membership.—

(1) Eligibility.—Membership on the Council shall be limited to individuals whose term on the Board has expired. Those individuals may serve as long as they remain active except that not more than 12 members may serve on the Council at any one time.

(2) Compensation.—Members of the Council shall receive no salary but may be paid expenses incidental to travel when engaged in discharging their duties as members.

(d) Voting Restriction.—Members of the Council shall not have a vote on the Board.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3157.)

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102304(a)(1)
no source.

102304(a)(2), (b)
16 U.S.C. 463(g) (1st sentence).
Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 593, §3(g), as added Pub. L. 101–628, title XII, §1212, Nov. 28, 1990, 104 Stat. 4507; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(f)(1)(B), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4198.

102304(c)(1)
16 U.S.C. 463(g) (2d, 3d, 6th, last sentences).

102304(c)(2)
16 U.S.C. 463(g) (5th sentence).

102304(d)
16 U.S.C. 463(g) (4th sentence).

In subsection (c)(1), the text of 16 U.S.C. 463(g) (6th and last sentences) is omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 100754 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter IV / Section 100754: Relinquishment of legislative jurisdiction
Relinquishment of legislative jurisdiction
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary may relinquish to a State or a territory (including a possession) of the United States part of the legislative jurisdiction of the United States over System land or interests in land in that State or territory. Relinquishment may be accomplished—

(1) by filing with the chief executive official of the State or territory a notice of relinquishment to take effect on acceptance; or

(2) as the laws of the State or territory may otherwise provide.

(b) Submission of Agreement to Congress.—Prior to consummating a relinquishment under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit the proposed agreement to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives. The Secretary shall not finalize the agreement until 60 calendar days after the submission has elapsed.

(c) Concurrent Legislative Jurisdiction.—The Secretary shall diligently pursue the consummation of arrangements with each State or territory within which a System unit is located so that insofar as practicable the United States shall exercise concurrent legislative jurisdiction within System units.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3111.)

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100754
16 U.S.C. 1a–3.
Pub. L. 91–383, §6, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1939; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(a)(1), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4583.

In this section, the words "territory (including a possession)" are substituted for "territory, or possession" the 1st time the words appear for clarity, because a possession is a category of territory, that is, one that has very little local autonomy. In subsequent instances, the word "territory" is used in an equivalent sense. The word "Commonwealth" is omitted as being included in "territory (including a possession)".
54 U.S.C. § 200511 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2005 / Section 200511: Funding limitations
Funding limitations
Status: in_force

(a) Limitation of Funds.—The amount of grants made under this chapter for projects in any one State for any fiscal year shall not be more than 15 percent of the amount made available for grants to all of the States for that fiscal year.

(b) Recovery Action Program Grants.—Not more than 3 percent of the amount made available for grants under this chapter for a fiscal year shall be used for recovery action program grants.

(c) Innovation Grants.—Not more than 10 percent of the amount made available for grants under this chapter for a fiscal year shall be used for innovation grants.

(d) Program Support.—Not more than 25 percent of the amount made available under this chapter to any local government shall be used for program support.

(e) No Land Acquisition.—No funds made available under this chapter shall be used for the acquisition of land or an interest in land.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3187.)

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200511(a)
16 U.S.C. 2512(a) (1st paragraph 1st, 3d, last sentences).
Pub. L. 95–625, title X, §1013(a) (1st paragraph), Nov. 10, 1978, 92 Stat. 3544; Pub. L. 98–454, title VI, §601(a), Oct. 5, 1984, 98 Stat. 1736; Pub. L. 103–322, title III, §31505(a), Sept. 13, 1994, 108 Stat. 1889.

200511(b), (c)
16 U.S.C. 2512(a) (1st paragraph 2d sentence).

200511(d)
16 U.S.C. 2512(b).
Pub. L. 95–625, title X, §1013(b), as added Pub. L. 103–322, title III, §31505(a), Sept. 13, 1994, 108 Stat. 1890.

200511(e)
16 U.S.C. 2513.
Pub. L. 95–625, title X, §1014, Nov. 10, 1978, 92 Stat. 3544.

In subsection (a), the text of 16 U.S.C. 2512(a) (1st paragraph 1st and last sentences) is omitted as obsolete. The words "in the aggregate" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "amount made available for grants to all of the States" are substituted for "aggregate amount of funds authorized to be appropriated" for clarity and for consistency in the section.

In subsections (b) and (c), the words "made available for grants" are substituted for "authorized" for clarity and for consistency in the section.

In subsection (b), the words "local park and recreation" are omitted as unnecessary because of the defined term.
54 U.S.C. § 306106 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3061 / Subchapter I / Section 306106: Review of plans of transferees of surplus federally owned historic property
Review of plans of transferees of surplus federally owned historic property
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall review and approve the plans of transferees of surplus federally owned historic property not later than 90 days after receipt of the plans to ensure that the prehistorical, historical, architectural, or culturally significant values will be preserved or enhanced.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3226.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

306106
16 U.S.C. 470h–2(e).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §110(e), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §206, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2996.
54 U.S.C. § 304109 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3041 / Section 304109: Budget submission
Budget submission
Status: in_force

(a) Time and Manner of Submission.—The Council shall submit its budget annually as a related agency of the Department of the Interior.

(b) Transmittal of Copies to Congressional Committees.—Whenever the Council submits any budget estimate or request to the President or the Office of Management and Budget, it shall concurrently transmit copies of that estimate or request to the Committee on Natural Resources and Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and Committee on Appropriations of the Senate.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3214.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

304109(a)
16 U.S.C. 470t(a) (1st sentence).
Pub. L. 89–665, title II, §212(a) (1st sentence), (b), as added Pub. L. 94–422, title II, §201(9), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1323; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(a)(3), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 96–515, title III, §302(b), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3000; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(d)(29), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4584.

304109(b)
16 U.S.C. 470t(b).
54 U.S.C. § 101926 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter II / Section 101926: Regulations
Regulations
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The Secretary shall prescribe regulations appropriate for the implementation of this subchapter.

(b) Contents.—The regulations—

(1) shall include appropriate provisions to ensure that concession services and facilities to be provided in a System unit are not segmented or otherwise split into separate concession contracts for the purposes of seeking to reduce anticipated annual gross receipts of a concession contract below $500,000; and

(2) shall further define the term "United States Indian, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian handicrafts" for the purposes of this subchapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3151.)

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101926
16 U.S.C. 5965.
Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §417, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3516.

The words "As soon as practicable after the effective date of this subchapter" are omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 101934 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter III / Section 101934: Capital improvements
Capital improvements
Status: in_force

A person or entity awarded a contract under this subchapter shall receive no leasehold surrender interest, as defined in section 101915, in capital improvements constructed under the terms of the contract.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title VII, §701, Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1493.)
54 U.S.C. § 302303 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3023 / Section 302303: Responsibilities of State Historic Preservation Officer
Responsibilities of State Historic Preservation Officer
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—It shall be the responsibility of the State Historic Preservation Officer to administer the State Historic Preservation Program.

(b) Particular Responsibilities.—It shall be the responsibility of the State Historic Preservation Officer to—

(1) in cooperation with Federal and State agencies, local governments, and private organizations and individuals, direct and conduct a comprehensive statewide survey of historic property and maintain inventories of the property;

(2) identify and nominate eligible property to the National Register and otherwise administer applications for listing historic property on the National Register;

(3) prepare and implement a comprehensive statewide historic preservation plan;

(4) administer the State program of Federal assistance for historic preservation within the State;

(5) advise and assist, as appropriate, Federal and State agencies and local governments in carrying out their historic preservation responsibilities;

(6) cooperate with the Secretary, the Council, other Federal and State agencies, local governments, and private organizations and individuals to ensure that historic property is taken into consideration at all levels of planning and development;

(7) provide public information, education, and training and technical assistance in historic preservation;

(8) cooperate with local governments in the development of local historic preservation programs and assist local governments in becoming certified pursuant to chapter 3025;

(9) consult with appropriate Federal agencies in accordance with this division on—

(A) Federal undertakings that may affect historic property; and

(B) the content and sufficiency of any plans developed to protect, manage, or reduce or mitigate harm to that property; and

(10) advise and assist in the evaluation of proposals for rehabilitation projects that may qualify for Federal assistance.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3195.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302303
16 U.S.C. 470a(b)(3).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(b)(3), Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 915; Pub. L. 91–383, §11, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1942; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(d), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(a)(1), (2), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §201(a), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2991; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4004(2), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4754.

In paragraph (6) of subsection (b), the word "private" is added before "organizations" for consistency with paragraph (1).
54 U.S.C. § 302302 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3023 / Section 302302: Program evaluation
Program evaluation
Status: in_force

(a) When Evaluation Should Occcur 1.—Periodically, but not less than every 4 years after the approval of any State program under section 302301 of this title, the Secretary, in consultation with the Council on the appropriate provisions of this division, and in cooperation with the State Historic Preservation Officer, shall evaluate the program to determine whether it is consistent with this division.

(b) Disapproval of Program.—If, at any time, the Secretary determines that a major aspect of a State program is not consistent with this division, the Secretary shall disapprove the program and suspend in whole or in part any contracts or cooperative agreements with the State and the State Historic Preservation Officer under this division, until the program is consistent with this division, unless the Secretary determines that the program will be made consistent with this division within a reasonable period of time.

(c) Oversight.—The Secretary, in consultation with State Historic Preservation Officers, shall establish oversight methods to ensure State program consistency and quality without imposing undue review burdens on State Historic Preservation Officers.

(d) State Fiscal Audit and Management System.—

(1) Substitution for comparable federal systems.—At the discretion of the Secretary, a State system of fiscal audit and management may be substituted for comparable Federal systems so long as the State system—

(A) establishes and maintains substantially similar accountability standards; and

(B) provides for independent professional peer review.

(2) Fiscal audits and review by secretary.—The Secretary—

(A) may conduct periodic fiscal audits of State programs approved under this subdivision as needed; and

(B) shall ensure that the programs meet applicable accountability standards.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3195.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302302
16 U.S.C. 470a(b)(2).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(b)(2), Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 915; Pub. L. 91–383, §11, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1942; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(d), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(a)(1), (2), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §201(a), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2990; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4004(1), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4753.

1 So in original. Probably should be "Occur".
54 U.S.C. § 101303 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1013 / Subchapter I / Section 101303: Medical attention for employees
Medical attention for employees
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—In the administration of the Service, the Secretary may contract for medical attention and service for employees and to make necessary payroll deductions agreed to by the employees for that medical attention and service.

(b) Employees Located at Isolated Situations.—The Secretary may provide, out of amounts appropriated for the general expense of the System units, medical attention for employees of the Service located at isolated situations, including—

(1) moving the employees to hospitals or other places where medical assistance is available; and

(2) in case of death, to remove the bodies of deceased employees to the nearest place where they can be prepared for shipment or for burial.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3124.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101303(a)
16 U.S.C. 11.
May 10, 1926, ch. 277, §1 (last undesignated par. under heading "NATIONAL PARKS"), 44 Stat. 491.

101303(b)
16 U.S.C. 13.
July 3, 1926, ch. 792, §2, 44 Stat. 900.
54 U.S.C. § 302106 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3021 / Section 302106: Retention of name
Retention of name
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding section 43(c) of the Act of July 5, 1946 (known as the Trademark Act of 1946) (15 U.S.C. 1125(c)), buildings and structures on or eligible for inclusion on the National Register (either individually or as part of a historic district), or designated as an individual landmark or as a contributing building in a historic district by a unit of State or local government, may retain the name historically associated with the building or structure.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3193.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302106
16 U.S.C. 470a(a)(1)(A) (last sentence).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(a)(1)(A) (last sentence), as added Pub. L. 106–113, div. B, §1000(a)(9) [title III, §3007], Nov. 29, 1999, 113 Stat. 1536, 1501A–551.
54 U.S.C. § 100701 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter I / Section 100701: Protection, interpretation, and research in System
Protection, interpretation, and research in System
Status: in_force

Recognizing the ever increasing societal pressures being placed upon America's unique natural and cultural resources contained in the System, the Secretary shall continually improve the ability of the Service to provide state-of-the-art management, protection, and interpretation of, and research on, the resources of the System.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3105.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100701
16 U.S.C. 5911.
Pub. L. 105–391, title I, §101, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3498.
54 U.S.C. § 200307 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2003 / Section 200307: Availability of Fund amounts for publicity purposes
Availability of Fund amounts for publicity purposes
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—Amounts derived from the sources listed in section 200302 of this title shall not be available for publicity purposes.

(b) Exception for Temporary Signing.—In a case where significant acquisition or development is initiated, appropriate standardized temporary signing shall be located on or near the affected site, to the extent feasible, so as to indicate the action taken is a product of funding made available through the Fund. The signing may indicate the percentage amounts and dollar amounts financed by Federal and non-Federal funds, and that the source of the funding includes amounts derived from Outer Continental Shelf receipts. The Secretary shall prescribe standards and guidelines for the usage of the signing to ensure consistency of design and application.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3179.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

200307
16 U.S.C. 460l–10.
Pub. L. 88–578, title I, §8, formerly §7, Sept. 3, 1964, 78 Stat. 903; renumbered §8, Pub. L. 92–347, §2, July 11, 1972, 86 Stat. 459; Pub. L. 94–422, title I, §101(5), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1318.
54 U.S.C. § 308602 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3086 / Section 308602: United States African-American Burial Grounds Preservation Program
United States African-American Burial Grounds Preservation Program
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The Secretary shall establish within the Service, in accordance with this chapter, a program to be known as the "United States African-American Burial Grounds Preservation Program".

(b) Duties of Secretary.—In carrying out the Program, the Secretary, in consultation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation and members of the African-American heritage community, shall develop a program for the provision of grants in accordance with section 308603(a).

(c) Donations.—The Secretary may accept monetary donations to further the purposes of this chapter.

(d) Consent of Private Property Owner Required.—Burial grounds shall only be considered for a grant under the Program—

(1) with the consent of the property owner; and

(2) at the request of an individual, landowner, private or nonprofit organization, State, Tribal, or local government, or other entity.

(Added Pub. L. 117–328, div. DD, title VI, §643(a), Dec. 29, 2022, 136 Stat. 5613.)
54 U.S.C. § 101115 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1011 / Subchapter II / Section 101115: Corporate succession and powers and duties acting as trustee; personal liability for malfeasance
Corporate succession and powers and duties acting as trustee; personal liability for malfeasance
Status: in_force

(a) Perpetual Succession.—The National Park Foundation shall have perpetual succession.

(b) Powers and Duties of Trustee.—The National Park Foundation shall have all the usual powers and obligations of a corporation acting as a trustee, including the power to sue and to be sued in its own name.

(c) Personal Liability of Board Members.—The members of the Board shall not be personally liable, except for malfeasance.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3121.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101115
16 U.S.C. 19i.
Pub. L. 90–209, §5, Dec. 18, 1967, 81 Stat. 657.
54 U.S.C. § 101922 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter II / Section 101922: Use of nonmonetary consideration in concession contracts
Use of nonmonetary consideration in concession contracts
Status: in_force

Section 1302 of title 40 shall not apply to concession contracts awarded by the Secretary pursuant to this subchapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3150.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101922
16 U.S.C. 5962.
Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §413, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3515.

The words relating to the leasing of buildings and properties of the United States" are omitted as unnecessary.
54 U.S.C. § 100723 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter II / Section 100723: Actions
Actions
Status: in_force

(a) Civil Action for Response Costs and Damages.—The Attorney General, on request of the Secretary after a finding by the Secretary of destruction, loss, or injury to a System unit resource or a finding that absent the undertaking of a response action, destruction, loss, or injury to a System unit resource would have occurred, may bring a civil action in United States district court against any person or instrumentality that may be liable under section 100722 of this title for response costs and damages. The Secretary shall submit a request for the civil action to the Attorney General whenever a person may be liable or an instrumentality may be liable in rem for those costs and damages under section 100722 of this title.

(b) Response Actions and Assessment of Destruction, Loss, or Injury.—

(1) Actions to prevent or minimize destruction, loss, or injury.—The Secretary shall undertake all necessary actions to—

(A) prevent or minimize the destruction, loss of, or injury to System unit resources; or

(B) minimize the imminent risk of destruction, loss, or injury to System unit resources.

(2) Assessment and monitoring.—The Secretary shall assess and monitor destruction, loss, or injury to System unit resources.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3107.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100723
16 U.S.C. 19jj–2.
Pub. L. 101–337, §3, July 27, 1990, 104 Stat. 380.

In this section, the words "destruction, loss, or injury" are substituted for "damage" in subsection (a) and for "damages" in subsection (b) for consistency in the new chapter and to distinguish destruction, loss, or injury from damages recovered in a civil action.

In subsection (a), the words "response action" are substituted for "response costs" the 1st time the words appear for clarity and consistency in the new chapter.
54 U.S.C. § 102501 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1025 / Section 102501: Purpose
Purpose
Status: in_force

The purpose of this chapter is to increase the public benefits from museums established within System units as a means of informing the public concerning the areas and preserving valuable objects and relics relating to the areas.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3157.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

102501
16 U.S.C. 18f (1st sentence).
July 1, 1955, ch. 259, §1 (1st sentence), 69 Stat. 242.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Disposal of Unnecessary or Duplicate Museum Objects; Use of Proceeds

Pub. L. 101–512, title I, §116, Nov. 5, 1990, 104 Stat. 1937, provided that: "In fiscal year 1991 and thereafter, the Secretary may exercise the authorities granted in the Act of July 1, 1955 (16 U.S.C. 18f) [see 54 U.S.C. 102501, 102503(a)–(f)] in administration of the Department of the Interior Museum, and may dispose of objects no longer needed for the Museum or held in duplicate among museum properties and apply the proceeds to the purchase of museum objects, museum collections, and other personal properties at reasonable prices."
54 U.S.C. § 300305 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300305: Historic conservation district
Historic conservation district
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "historic conservation district" means an area that contains—

(1) historic property;

(2) buildings having similar or related architectural characteristics;

(3) cultural cohesiveness; or

(4) any combination of features described in paragraphs (1) to (3).

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3188.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

300305
16 U.S.C. 470w(10).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §301(10), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3001; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4019(a)(8), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4764.
54 U.S.C. § 102711 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1027 / Subchapter II / Section 102711: Authority of Secretary to use applicable appropriations for the System to render assistance to nearby law enforcement and fire prevention agencies and for related activities outside the System
Authority of Secretary to use applicable appropriations for the System to render assistance to nearby law enforcement and fire prevention agencies and for related activities outside the System
Status: in_force

To facilitate the administration of the System, the Secretary may use applicable appropriations for the System to render emergency rescue, firefighting, and cooperative assistance to nearby law enforcement and fire prevention agencies and for related purposes outside the System.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3162.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

102711
16 U.S.C. 1b (matter before (1)), (1).
Aug. 8, 1953, ch. 384, §1 (matter before (1)), (1), 67 Stat. 495; Pub. L. 91–383, §2(a), Aug. 18, 1970, 84 Stat. 826.

The words "and he may use applicable appropriations for the aforesaid system for the following purposes" are retained because the appropriation is to be used for something outside the System.
54 U.S.C. § 312101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3121 / Section 312101: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) Board.—The term "Board" means the board of trustees of the National Trust.

(2) National trust.—The term "National Trust" means the National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States established under section 312102 of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3249.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

312101
no source.
54 U.S.C. § 101923 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter II / Section 101923: Recordkeeping requirements
Recordkeeping requirements
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—A concessioner and any subconcessioner shall keep such records as the Secretary may prescribe to enable the Secretary to determine that all terms of a concession contract have been and are being faithfully performed. The Secretary and any authorized representative of the Secretary shall, for the purpose of audit and examination, have access to those records and to other records of the concessioner or subconcessioner pertinent to the concession contract and all terms and conditions of the concession contract.

(b) Access to Records by Comptroller General.—The Comptroller General and any authorized representative of the Comptroller General shall, until the expiration of 5 calendar years after the close of the business year of each concessioner or subconcessioner, have access to and the right to examine any pertinent records described in subsection (a) of the concessioner or subconcessioner related to the contract involved.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3150.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101923
16 U.S.C. 5963.
Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §414, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3515.

In this section, the word "duly" is omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (a), the words "and any subconcessioner" and "or subconcessioner" are added for clarity. See 36 CFR 51.98. The word "records" is substituted for "books, documents, and papers" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.

In subsection (b), the words "books, papers, documents" are omitted as included in "records". The words "described in subsection (a)" are added for clarity.
54 U.S.C. § 100736 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter III / Section 100736: Acquisition of land by Secretary
Acquisition of land by Secretary
Status: in_force

Nothing in this subchapter shall be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to acquire land and interests in land within the boundary of any System unit. The Secretary shall give prompt and careful consideration to any offer made by the owner of any valid right or other property in Glacier Bay National Monument, Death Valley National Monument, Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, or Mount McKinley National Park to sell the right or other property if the owner notifies the Secretary that the continued ownership of the right or property is causing, or would result in, undue hardship.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3110.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100736
16 U.S.C. 1911.
Pub. L. 94–429, §12, Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1344.
54 U.S.C. § 101121 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1011 / Subchapter II / Section 101121: Second Century Endowment for the National Park Service
Second Century Endowment for the National Park Service
Status: in_force

(a) Second Century Endowment.—To further the mission of the Service, the National Park Foundation shall establish a special account to be known as the "Second Century Endowment for the National Park Service".

(1) Funds for the endowment.—The following shall apply to the Endowment:

(A) From amounts received by the United States each fiscal year from sales by the National Park Service of Federal Recreational Lands Passes under section 805(b)(1) of the Federal Lands Recreational Enhancement Act,1 $10,000,000 shall be deposited into the Endowment.

(B) In addition to deposits otherwise authorized, the Endowment shall consist of any gifts, devises, or bequests that are provided to the National Park Foundation for such purpose.

(C) The National Park Foundation shall deposit any funds received for the Endowment in a federally insured interest-bearing account or may invest funds in appropriate security obligations, as directed by the Board of Directors.

(D) Any accrued interest or dividends earned on funds received for the Endowment shall be added to the principal and form a part of the Endowment.

(2) Use of funds.—

(A) Except as provided in subparagraph (B), funds in the Endowment shall be available to the National Park Foundation as offsetting collections for projects and activities approved by the Secretary that further the mission and purposes of the Service.

(B) Gifts, devises, or bequests in the endowment under paragraph (1)(A), and any accrued interest or dividends earned thereon, shall be available to the National Park Foundation for projects and activities approved by the Secretary that further the mission and purposes of the Service.

(C) In administering the Endowment each fiscal year, the National Park Foundation shall be guided by the District of Columbia Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act of 2007 (D.C. Code §44–1631 et seq.), including section 44–1633 on expenditures.

(D) No Federal funds received for the Endowment may be used by the National Park Foundation for administrative expenses of the Foundation, including for salaries, travel and transportation expenses, and other overhead expenses.

(b) Summary.—Beginning 2 years after the date of the enactment of this section, the National Park Foundation shall include with its annual report a summary of the status of the Endowment. The summary shall include—

(1) a statement of the amounts deposited in the Endowment during the fiscal year;

(2) the amount of the balance remaining in the Endowment at the end of the fiscal year; and

(3) a description of the sums and purposes of the expenditures made from the Endowment for the fiscal year.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title II, §202(a), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1485.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

Section 805(b)(1) of the Federal Lands Recreational Enhancement Act, referred to in subsec. (a)(1)(A), probably means section 805(b)(1) of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act, which is section 805(b)(1) of Pub. L. 108–447, div. J, title VIII, Dec. 8, 2004, 118 Stat. 3385, and is classified to section 6804(b)(1) of Title 16, Conservation.

The District of Columbia Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act of 2007, referred to in subsec. (a)(2)(C), is the Act of Jan. 23, 2008, D.C. Law 17–69, 54 DCR 11650, which is not classified to the Code.

The date of the enactment of this section, referred to in subsec. (b), is the date of enactment of Pub. L. 114–289, which was approved Dec. 16, 2016.

1 See References in Text note below.
54 U.S.C. § 104905 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1049 / Section 104905: Preparation of mats for reproduction of photographs
Preparation of mats for reproduction of photographs
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall prepare mats that may be used for the reproduction in magazines and newspapers of photographs of scenery in a System unit that, in the opinion of the Secretary, would be of interest to the people of the United States and foreign nations. The mats may be furnished, without charge and under regulations the Secretary may prescribe, to the publishers of magazines, newspapers, and any other publications that may carry photographic reproductions.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3168.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

104905
16 U.S.C. 458a.
Aug. 27, 1940, ch. 690, §1, 54 Stat. 861.
54 U.S.C. § 101938 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter III / Section 101938: Sunset
Sunset
Status: in_force

The authority given to the Secretary under this subchapter shall expire 9 years after the date of the enactment of this subchapter.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title VII, §701, Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1494; amended Pub. L. 117–328, div. G, title I, §123, Dec. 29, 2022, 136 Stat. 4789.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The date of the enactment of this subchapter, referred to in text, is the date of enactment of Pub. L. 114–289, which was approved Dec. 16, 2016.

Amendments

2022—Pub. L. 117–328 substituted "9" for "7".
54 U.S.C. § 300303 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300303: Council
Council
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "Council" means the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation established by section 304101 of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3188.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

300303
16 U.S.C. 470w(16).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §301(16), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4019(a), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4764.
54 U.S.C. § 200308 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2003 / Section 200308: Contracts for acquisition of land and water
Contracts for acquisition of land and water
Status: in_force

Not more than $30,000,000 of the amount authorized to be appropriated from the Fund by section 200303 of this title may be obligated by contract during each fiscal year for the acquisition of land, water, or interest in land or water within areas specified in section 200306(a)(2) of this title. The contract may be executed by the head of the department concerned, within limitations prescribed by the Secretary. The contract shall be a contractual obligation of the United States and shall be liquidated with money appropriated from the Fund specifically for liquidation of that contract obligation. No contract may be entered into for the acquisition of property pursuant to this section unless the acquisition is otherwise authorized by Federal law.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3179.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

200308
16 U.S.C. 460l–10a.
Pub. L. 88–578, title I, §9, formerly §8, as added Pub. L. 90–401, §4, July 15, 1968, 82 Stat. 355; Pub. L. 91–308, §3, July 7, 1970, 84 Stat. 410; renumbered §9, Pub. L. 92–347, §2, July 11, 1972, 86 Stat. 459; Pub. L. 93–303, §3, June 7, 1974, 88 Stat. 194.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Rescission of Contract Authority

Provisions rescinding contract authority provided for specific fiscal years by 54 U.S.C. 200308 (formerly 16 U.S.C. 460l–10a) were contained in the appropriation acts that were listed in a note under former section 460l–10a of Title 16, Conservation, and in the following appropriation acts:

Pub. L. 115–31, div. G, title I, May 5, 2017, 131 Stat. 443.

Pub. L. 114–113, div. G, title I, Dec. 18, 2015, 129 Stat. 2532.

Pub. L. 113–235, div. F, title I, Dec. 16, 2014, 128 Stat. 2402.

Pub. L. 113–76, div. G, title I, Jan. 17, 2014, 128 Stat. 295.
54 U.S.C. § 101322 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1013 / Subchapter II / Section 101322: Management development and training
Management development and training
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall maintain a clear plan for management training and development under which career professional Service employees from any appropriate academic field may obtain sufficient training, experience, and advancement opportunity to enable those qualified to move into System unit management positions, including the position of superintendent of a System unit.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3126.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101322
16 U.S.C. 5913.
Pub. L. 105–391, title I, §103, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3498.

The word "maintain" is substituted for "Within 2 years after November 13, 1998 . . . develop" to eliminate obsolete words.
54 U.S.C. § 308707 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3087 / Section 308707: Applicability of other authorities
Applicability of other authorities
Status: in_force

The authorities contained in this chapter shall be in addition to, and shall not be construed to supersede or modify those contained in division A of this subtitle.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3243.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

308707
16 U.S.C. 5408.
Pub. L. 103–451, §9, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4778.
54 U.S.C. § 101116 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1011 / Subchapter II / Section 101116: Corporate powers
Corporate powers
Status: in_force

The National Park Foundation shall have the power to enter into contracts, to execute instruments, and generally to do any and all lawful acts necessary or appropriate to its purposes.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3121.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101116
16 U.S.C. 19j.
Pub. L. 90–209, §6, Dec. 18, 1967, 81 Stat. 657.
54 U.S.C. § 100703 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter I / Section 100703: Cooperative study units
Cooperative study units
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall enter into cooperative agreements with colleges and universities, including land grant schools, in partnership with other Federal and State agencies, to establish cooperative study units to conduct multi-disciplinary research and develop integrated information products on the resources of the System, or the larger region of which System units are a part.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3105.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100703
16 U.S.C. 5933(a).
Pub. L. 105–391, title II, §203(a), Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3500.
54 U.S.C. § 104904 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1049 / Section 104904: Hire of work animals, vehicles, and equipment with or without personal services
Hire of work animals, vehicles, and equipment with or without personal services
Status: in_force

The Secretary may hire, with or without personal services, work animals and animal-drawn and motor-propelled vehicles and equipment at rates to be approved by the Secretary and without compliance with section 6101 of title 41.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3168.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

104904
16 U.S.C. 17i.
May 26, 1930, ch. 324, §10, 46 Stat. 383.

The word "Secretary" is substituted for "National Park Service" to reflect the transfer of functions of other officers, employees, and agencies of the Department of the Interior to the Secretary by sections 1 and 2 of Reorganization Plan No. 3 of 1950 (5 U.S.C. App.). The reference to section 16 of title 41 is omitted as obsolete because section 3744 of the Revised Statutes, classified to 41 U.S.C. 16, was repealed by the Act of October 21, 1941 (ch. 452, 55 Stat. 743).
54 U.S.C. § 308502 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3085 / Section 308502: National women's rights history project partnerships network
National women's rights history project partnerships network
Status: in_force

(a) Grants.—The Secretary may make matching grants and give technical assistance for development of a network of governmental and nongovernmental entities (referred to in this section as the "network"), the purpose of which is to provide interpretive and educational program development of national women's rights history, including historic preservation.

(b) Management of Network.—

(1) In general.—Through a competitive process, the Secretary shall designate a nongovernmental managing entity to manage the network.

(2) Coordination.—The nongovernmental managing entity designated under paragraph (1) shall work in partnership with the Director and State historic preservation offices to coordinate operation of the network.

(c) Cost-Sharing Requirement.—

(1) In general.—The Federal share of the cost of any activity carried out using any assistance made available under this section shall be 50 percent.

(2) State historic preservation offices.—Matching grants for historic preservation specific to the network may be made available through State historic preservation offices.

(d) Authorization of Appropriations.—There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $1,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2012 and 2013.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3236.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

308502
16 U.S.C. 469m(c).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle B, §7111(c), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1200.

In subsection (b)(1), the words "nongovernmental managing entity" are substituted for "nongovernmental managing network" for consistency.

In subsection (d), reference to fiscal years 2009 to 2011 is omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 302505 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3025 / Section 302505: Eligibility and responsibility of certified local government
Eligibility and responsibility of certified local government
Status: in_force

Any local government—

(1) that is certified under this chapter shall be eligible for funds under section 302902(c)(4) of this title; and

(2) that is certified, or making efforts to become certified, under this chapter shall carry out any responsibilities delegated to it in accordance with such terms and conditions as the Secretary considers necessary or advisable.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3198.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302505
16 U.S.C. 470a(c)(3).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(c)(3), Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 915; Pub. L. 91–383, §11, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1942; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(d), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(a)(1), (2), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §201(a), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2992.

The words "or which is making efforts to become so certified" are omitted in paragraph (1) for consistency with section 302902(c)(4) of the new title.
54 U.S.C. § 306108 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3061 / Subchapter I / Section 306108: Effect of undertaking on historic property
Effect of undertaking on historic property
Status: in_force

The head of any Federal agency having direct or indirect jurisdiction over a proposed Federal or federally assisted undertaking in any State and the head of any Federal department or independent agency having authority to license any undertaking, prior to the approval of the expenditure of any Federal funds on the undertaking or prior to the issuance of any license, shall take into account the effect of the undertaking on any historic property. The head of the Federal agency shall afford the Council a reasonable opportunity to comment with regard to the undertaking.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3227.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

306108
16 U.S.C. 470f.
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §106, Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 917; Pub. L. 94–422, title II, §201(3), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1320.

The words "historic property" are substituted for "district, site, building, structure, or object that is included in or eligible for inclusion in the National Register" because of the definition of "historic property" in section 300308 of the new title.
54 U.S.C. § 300306 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300306: Historic Preservation Fund
Historic Preservation Fund
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "Historic Preservation Fund" means the Historic Preservation Fund established under section 303101 of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3189.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

300306
no source.
54 U.S.C. § 101933 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter III / Section 101933: Term of commercial services contracts
Term of commercial services contracts
Status: in_force

A commercial services contract entered into pursuant to this title shall be awarded for a term not to exceed 10 years.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title VII, §701, Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1493.)
54 U.S.C. § 104901 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1049 / Section 104901: Central warehouses at System units
Central warehouses at System units
Status: in_force

(a) Authority of Secretary.—The Secretary, in the administration of the System, may maintain central warehouses at System units.

(b) Appropriations.—

(1) Availability.—Appropriations made for the administration, protection, maintenance, and improvement of System units shall be available for the purchase of supplies and materials to be kept in central warehouses for distribution at cost, including transportation and handling, to projects under specific appropriations.

(2) Transfers between appropriations.—

(A) Authorization.—Transfers between the various appropriations made for System units are authorized for the purpose of charging the cost of supplies and materials, including transportation and handling, drawn from central warehouses maintained under this authority to the particular appropriation benefited.

(B) Availability of supplies and materials and transfers in subsequent years.—Supplies and materials that remain at the end of any fiscal year shall be continuously available for issuance during subsequent fiscal years and shall be charged for by transfers of funds between appropriations made for the administration, protection, maintenance, and improvement of System units for the fiscal year then current without decreasing the appropriations made for that fiscal year.

(c) Limitation on Purchase of Supplies and Materials.—Supplies and materials shall not be purchased solely for the purpose of increasing the value of storehouse stock beyond reasonable requirements for any current fiscal year.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3167.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

104901
16 U.S.C. 16.
Apr. 18, 1930, ch. 187, 46 Stat. 219.
54 U.S.C. § 300313 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300313: Native Hawaiian
Native Hawaiian
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "Native Hawaiian" means any individual who is a descendant of the aboriginal people who, prior to 1778, occupied and exercised sovereignty in the area that now constitutes Hawaii.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3190.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

300313
16 U.S.C. 470w(17).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §301(17), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4019(a)(12), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4764.
54 U.S.C. § 308102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3081 / Section 308102: Preservation assistance
Preservation assistance
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—Using the established national historic preservation program to the extent practicable, the Secretary shall encourage, support, assist, recognize, and work in partnership with citizens, Federal agencies, States, Tribes, local governments, other public entities, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in identifying, researching, evaluating, interpreting, and protecting historic battlefields and associated sites on a national, State, and local level.

(b) Financial Assistance.—To carry out subsection (a), the Secretary may use a cooperative agreement, grant, contract, or other generally adopted means of providing financial assistance.

(c) Authorization of Appropriations.—There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $3,000,000 for each fiscal year, to remain available until expended.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3233; Pub. L. 118–234, title I, §157(b), Jan. 4, 2025, 138 Stat. 2879.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

308102
16 U.S.C. 469k–1(b).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle D, §7301(b), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1213.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2025—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 118–234 substituted "Federal agencies, States, Tribes, local governments, other public entities, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations" for "Federal, State, local, and tribal governments, other public entities, educational institutions, and private nonprofit organizations".
54 U.S.C. § 312503 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3125 / Section 312503: Survey and recovery by Secretary
Survey and recovery by Secretary
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The Secretary, on notification, in writing, by any Federal or State agency or appropriate historical or archeological authority that scientific, prehistorical, historical, or archeological data are being or may be irrevocably lost or destroyed by any Federal or federally assisted or licensed project, activity, or program, shall, if the Secretary determines that the data are significant and are being or may be irrevocably lost or destroyed and after reasonable notice to the agency responsible for funding or licensing the project, activity, or program—

(1) conduct or cause to be conducted a survey and other investigation of the areas that are or may be affected; and

(2) recover and preserve the data (including analysis and publication) that, in the opinion of the Secretary, are not being, but should be, recovered and preserved in the public interest.

(b) When Survey or Recovery Not Required.—No survey or recovery work shall be required pursuant to this section that, in the determination of the head of the responsible agency, would impede Federal or federally assisted or licensed projects or activities undertaken in connection with any emergency, including projects or activities undertaken in anticipation of, or as a result of, a natural disaster.

(c) Initiation of Survey.—The Secretary shall initiate the survey or recovery effort within—

(1) 60 days after notification pursuant to subsection (a); or

(2) such time as may be agreed on with the head of the agency responsible for funding or licensing the project, activity, or program in all other cases.

(d) Compensation by Secretary.—The Secretary shall, unless otherwise agreed to in writing, compensate any person, association, or public entity damaged as a result of delays in construction or as a result of the temporary loss of the use of private or nonfederally owned land.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3255.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

312503
16 U.S.C. 469a–2.
Pub. L. 86–523, §4, as added Pub. L. 93–291, §1(3), May 24, 1974, 88 Stat. 174.
54 U.S.C. § 302903 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3029 / Section 302903: Grants to National Trust
Grants to National Trust
Status: in_force

(a) Secretary of the Interior.—The Secretary may administer grants to the National Trust consistent with the purposes of its charter and this division.

(b) Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.—The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development may make grants to the National Trust, on terms and conditions and in amounts (not exceeding $90,000 with respect to any one structure) as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development considers appropriate, to cover the costs incurred by the National Trust in renovating or restoring structures that the National Trust considers to be of historic or architectural value and that the National Trust has accepted and will maintain (after the renovation or restoration) for historic purposes.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3203.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302903(a)
16 U.S.C. 470a(e)(2).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(e)(2), formerly §101(d)(2), Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 915; Pub. L. 91–383, §11, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1942; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(d), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(a)(1), (2), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §201(a), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2992; redesignated as §101(e)(2), Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4006(a)(1), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4755; Pub. L. 106–208, §5(a)(2), May 26, 2002, 114 Stat. 318.

302903(b)
16 U.S.C. 470b–1.
Pub. L. 89–754, title VI, §603, Nov. 3, 1980, 80 Stat. 1278.

In subsection (a), the words "chartered by sections 468 to 468d of this title" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (b), the text of 16 U.S.C. 470b–1(b) is omitted as unnecessary.
54 U.S.C. § 300307 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300307: Historic preservation review commission
Historic preservation review commission
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "historic preservation review commission" means a board, council, commission, or other similar collegial body—

(1) that is established by State or local legislation as provided in section 302503(a)(2) of this title; and

(2) the members of which are appointed by the chief elected official of a jurisdiction (unless State or local law provides for appointment by another official) from among—

(A) professionals in the disciplines of architecture, history, architectural history, planning, prehistoric and historic archeology, folklore, cultural anthropology, curation, conservation, and landscape architecture, or related disciplines, to the extent that those professionals are available in the community; and

(B) other individuals who have demonstrated special interest, experience, or knowledge in history, architecture, or related disciplines and will provide for an adequate and qualified commission.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3189.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

300307
16 U.S.C. 470w(13).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §301(13), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3002; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4019(a)(11), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4764.
54 U.S.C. § 308706 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3087 / Section 308706: Regulations
Regulations
Status: in_force

The Secretary, after consultation with the National Trust, the National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers, and appropriate members of the maritime heritage community, shall prescribe appropriate guidelines, procedures, and regulations to carry out the chapter, including direct grant and subgrant priorities, the method of solicitation and review of direct grant and subgrant proposals, criteria for review of direct grant and subgrant proposals, administrative requirements, reporting and recordkeeping requirements, and any other requirements the Secretary considers appropriate.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3243.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

308706
16 U.S.C. 5407.
Pub. L. 103–451, §8, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4778.

The words "within 1 year after November 2, 1994" are omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 304102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3041 / Section 304102: Duties of Council
Duties of Council
Status: in_force

(a) Duties.—The Council shall—

(1) advise the President and Congress on matters relating to historic preservation, recommend measures to coordinate activities of Federal, State, and local agencies and private institutions and individuals relating to historic preservation, and advise on the dissemination of information pertaining to those activities;

(2) encourage, in cooperation with the National Trust and appropriate private agencies, public interest and participation in historic preservation;

(3) recommend the conduct of studies in such areas as—

(A) the adequacy of legislative and administrative statutes and regulations pertaining to historic preservation activities of State and local governments; and

(B) the effects of tax policies at all levels of government on historic preservation;

(4) advise as to guidelines for the assistance of State and local governments in drafting legislation relating to historic preservation;

(5) encourage, in cooperation with appropriate public and private agencies and institutions, training and education in the field of historic preservation;

(6) review the policies and programs of Federal agencies and recommend to Federal agencies methods to improve the effectiveness, coordination, and consistency of those policies and programs with the policies and programs carried out under this division; and

(7) inform and educate Federal agencies, State and local governments, Indian tribes, other nations and international organizations and private groups and individuals as to the Council's authorized activities.

(b) Annual Report.—The Council annually shall submit to the President a comprehensive report of its activities and the results of its studies and shall from time to time submit additional and special reports as it deems advisable. Each report shall propose legislative enactments and other actions as, in the judgment of the Council, are necessary and appropriate to carry out its recommendations and shall provide the Council's assessment of current and emerging problems in the field of historic preservation and an evaluation of the effectiveness of the programs of Federal agencies, State and local governments, and the private sector in carrying out this division.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3210.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

304102
16 U.S.C. 470j.
Pub. L. 89–665, title II, §202, Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 918; Pub. L. 96–515, title III, §301(g), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2999.
54 U.S.C. § 305106 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3051 / Section 305106: Historic light station sales
Historic light station sales
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—

(1) When sale may occur.—If no applicant is approved for the conveyance of a historic light station pursuant to sections 305101 through 305105 of this title, the historic light station shall be offered for sale.

(2) Terms of sale.—Terms of the sales—

(A) shall be developed by the Administrator; and

(B) shall be consistent with the requirements of paragraphs (1) to (4) and (8) of subsection (a), and subsection (b), of section 305104 of this title.

(3) Covenants to be included in conveyance documents.—Conveyance documents shall include all necessary covenants to protect the historical integrity of the historic light station and ensure that any Federal aid to navigation located at the historic light station is operated and maintained by the United States for as long as needed for that purpose.

(b) Net Sale Proceeds.—

(1) Disposition and use of funds.—Net sale proceeds from the disposal of a historic light station—

(A) located on public domain land shall be transferred to the National Maritime Heritage Grants Program established under chapter 3087 in the Department of the Interior; and

(B) under the administrative control of the Secretary of Homeland Security—

(i) shall be credited to the Coast Guard's Operating Expenses appropriation account; and

(ii) shall be available for obligation and expenditure for the maintenance of light stations remaining under the administrative control of the Secretary of Homeland Security.

(2) Availability of funds.—The funds referred to in paragraph (1)(B) shall remain available until expended and shall be available in addition to funds available in the Coast Guard's Operating Expense appropriation for that purpose.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3220.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

305106
16 U.S.C. 470w–8.
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §309, as added Pub. L. 106–355, §3, Oct. 24, 2000, 114 Stat. 1389.

In subsection (b)(1)(B), the words "Secretary of Homeland Security" are substituted for "Coast Guard" because of 6 U.S.C. 112(a)(2), 468(b) and (h), 551(d), and 552(d) and the Department of Homeland Security Reorganization Plan of November 25, 2002 (H. Doc. No. 108–16, 108th Cong., 1st Sess. (6 U.S.C. 542 note)).
54 U.S.C. § 306109 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3061 / Subchapter I / Section 306109: Costs of preservation as eligible project costs
Costs of preservation as eligible project costs
Status: in_force

A Federal agency may include the costs of preservation activities of the agency under this division as eligible project costs in all undertakings of the agency or assisted by the agency. The eligible project costs may include amounts paid by a Federal agency to a State to be used in carrying out the preservation responsibilities of the Federal agency under this division, and reasonable costs may be charged to Federal licensees and permittees as a condition to the issuance of the license or permit.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3227.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

306109
16 U.S.C. 470h–2(g).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §110(g), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §206, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2996.
54 U.S.C. § 102712 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1027 / Subchapter II / Section 102712: Aid to visitors, grantees, permittees, or licensees in emergencies
Aid to visitors, grantees, permittees, or licensees in emergencies
Status: in_force

(a) Visitors.—The Secretary may aid visitors within a System unit in an emergency, when no other source is available for the procurement of food or supplies, by the sale, at cost, of food or supplies in quantities sufficient to enable the visitors to reach safely a point where food or supplies can be purchased. Receipts from the sales shall be deposited as a refund to the appropriation current at the date of the deposit and shall be available for the purchase of similar food or supplies.

(b) Grantees, Permittees, and Licensees.—The Secretary may in an emergency, when no other source is available for the immediate procurement of supplies, materials, or special services, aid grantees, permittees, or licensees conducting operations for the benefit of the public in a System unit by the sale, at cost, including transportation and handling, of supplies, materials, or special services as may be necessary to relieve the emergency and ensure uninterrupted service to the public. Receipts from the sales shall be deposited as a refund to the appropriation current at the date of the deposit and shall be available for expenditure for System unit purposes.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3162.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

102712(a)
16 U.S.C. 12.
July 3, 1926, ch. 792, §1, 44 Stat. 900.

102712(b)
16 U.S.C. 17c.
May 26, 1930, ch. 324, §4, 46 Stat. 382.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Fees for Medical Services

Pub. L. 116–260, div. G, title I, §118, Dec. 27, 2020, 134 Stat. 1506, provided that: "Beginning in fiscal year 2022 and for each fiscal year thereafter, fees collected pursuant to section 2404 of Public Law 116–9 [see note below] shall be deposited into the National Park Medical Services Fund established pursuant to such section of such Act as discretionary offsetting receipts."

Pub. L. 116–9, title II, §2404, Mar. 12, 2019, 133 Stat. 747, provided that:

"(a) Fees Authorized.—The Secretary [of the Interior] may establish and collect fees for medical services provided to persons in units of the National Park System or for medical services provided by National Park Service personnel outside units of the National Park System.

"(b) National Park Medical Services Fund.—There is established in the Treasury a fund, to be known as the 'National Park Medical Services Fund' (referred to in this section as the 'Fund'). The Fund shall consist of—

"(1) donations to the Fund; and

"(2) fees collected under subsection (a).

"(c) Availability of Amounts.—All amounts deposited into the Fund shall be available to the Secretary, to the extent provided in advance by Acts of appropriation, for the following in units of the National Park System:

"(1) Services listed in subsection (a).

"(2) Preparing needs assessments or other programmatic analyses for medical facilities, equipment, vehicles, and other needs and costs of providing services listed in subsection (a).

"(3) Developing management plans for medical facilities, equipment, vehicles, and other needs and costs of services listed in subsection (a).

"(4) Training related to providing services listed in subsection (a).

"(5) Obtaining or improving medical facilities, equipment, vehicles, and other needs and costs of providing services listed in subsection (a)."
54 U.S.C. § 302108 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3021 / Section 302108: Review of threats to historic property
Review of threats to historic property
Status: in_force

At least once every 4 years, the Secretary, in consultation with the Council and with State Historic Preservation Officers, shall review significant threats to historic property to—

(1) determine the kinds of historic property that may be threatened;

(2) ascertain the causes of the threats; and

(3) develop and submit to the President and Congress recommendations for appropriate action.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3194.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302108
16 U.S.C. 470a(a)(8).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(a)(8), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4003, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4753.
54 U.S.C. § 100502 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1005 / Section 100502: General management plans
General management plans
Status: in_force

General management plans for the preservation and use of each System unit, including areas within the national capital area, shall be prepared and revised in a timely manner by the Director. On January 1 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a list indicating the current status of completion or revision of general management plans for each System unit. General management plans for each System unit shall include—

(1) measures for the preservation of the area's resources;

(2) indications of types and general intensities of development (including visitor circulation and transportation patterns, systems, and modes) associated with public enjoyment and use of the area, including general locations, timing of implementation, and anticipated costs;

(3) identification of and implementation commitments for visitor carrying capacities for all areas of the System unit; and

(4) indications of potential modifications to the external boundaries of the System unit, and the reasons for the modifications.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3098.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100502
16 U.S.C. 1a–7(b).
Pub. L. 91–383, §12, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1942; Pub. L. 95–625, title VI, §604(3), (4), Nov. 10, 1978, 92 Stat. 3518, 3519; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(c), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4583; Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §415(b)(2), Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3515.
54 U.S.C. § 101336 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1013 / Subchapter III / Section 101336: Contracts for the management of field employee quarters
Contracts for the management of field employee quarters
Status: in_force

Subject to the appropriation of necessary funds in advance, the Secretary may enter into contracts of any duration for the management, repair, and maintenance of field employee quarters. The contract shall contain terms and conditions that the Secretary considers necessary or appropriate to protect the interests of the United States and ensure that necessary quarters are available to field employees.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3128.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101336
16 U.S.C. 17o(10).
Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(a)(10), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4192.
54 U.S.C. § 311101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3111 / Section 311101: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) Council.—The term "Council" means the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation.

(2) Heritage tourism.—The term "heritage tourism" means the conduct of activities to attract and accommodate visitors to a site or area based on the unique or special aspects of the history, landscape (including trail systems), and culture of the site or area.

(3) Program.—The term "program" means the Preserve America Program established under section 311102(a).

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3247.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

311101
16 U.S.C. 469n(b).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle D, §7302(b), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1214.
54 U.S.C. § 302704 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3027 / Section 302704: Contracts and cooperative agreements
Contracts and cooperative agreements
Status: in_force

At the request of an Indian tribe whose preservation program has been approved to assume functions and responsibilities pursuant to section 302702 of this title, the Secretary shall enter into a contract or cooperative agreement with the Indian tribe permitting the assumption by the Indian tribe of any part of the responsibilities described in section 302304(b) of this title on tribal land, if—

(1) the Secretary and the Indian tribe agree on additional financial assistance, if any, to the Indian tribe for the costs of carrying out those authorities;

(2) the Secretary finds that the tribal historic preservation program has been demonstrated to be sufficient to carry out the contract or cooperative agreement and this division; and

(3) the contract or cooperative agreement specifies the continuing responsibilities of the Secretary or of the appropriate State Historic Preservation Officers and provides for appropriate participation by—

(A) the Indian tribe's traditional cultural authorities;

(B) representatives of other Indian tribes whose traditional land is under the jurisdiction of the Indian tribe assuming responsibilities; and

(C) the interested public.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3200.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302704
16 U.S.C. 470a(d)(4).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(d)(4), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4006(a)(2), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4757.
54 U.S.C. § 103502 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1035 / Section 103502: Signature projects and programs
Signature projects and programs
Status: in_force

(a) List.—The Secretary shall—

(1) develop a list of signature projects and programs eligible for funding from the National Park Centennial Challenge Fund;

(2) submit the list developed pursuant to paragraph (1) to the Committees on Appropriations and Energy and Natural Resources in the United States Senate, and to the Committees on Appropriations and Natural Resources in the House of Representatives; and

(3) prioritize deferred maintenance projects, physical improvements to visitor services facilities and trail maintenance.

(b) Updates.—The Secretary may, from time to time, as the Secretary finds appropriate, add any signature project or program to the list and provide notice of such addition as required by subsection (a).

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title I, §101(a), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1484.)
54 U.S.C. § 304104 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3041 / Section 304104: Compensation of members of Council
Compensation of members of Council
Status: in_force

The members of the Council specified in paragraphs (2), (3), and (4) of section 304101(a) of this title shall serve without additional compensation. The Chairman of the Council shall be compensated as provided in subsection (e) of section 304101. The other members of the Council shall receive $100 per diem when engaged in the performance of the duties of the Council. All members of the Council shall receive reimbursement for necessary traveling and subsistence expenses incurred by them in the performance of the duties of the Council.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3211; Pub. L. 114–289, title V, §501(c)(2), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1490.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

304104
16 U.S.C. 470l.
Pub. L. 89–665, title II, §204, Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 918; Pub. L. 91–243, §1(f), May 9, 1970, 84 Stat. 204; Pub. L. 94–422, title II, §201(6), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1321; Pub. L. 96–515, title III, §301(h), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2999.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2016—Pub. L. 114–289 inserted "The Chairman of the Council shall be compensated as provided in subsection (e) of section 304101." after "without additional compensation."
54 U.S.C. § 305504 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3055 / Section 305504: Matching grants to Committee
Matching grants to Committee
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall provide matching grants to the Committee for its programs related to historic preservation. The Committee shall match the grants in such a manner and with such funds and services as shall be satisfactory to the Secretary, except that not more than $500,000 may be provided to the Committee in any one fiscal year.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3224.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

305504
16 U.S.C. 470w–5(c).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §306(c), Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3003.

The word "grant" is substituted for "grants-in-aid" for clarity and consistency in the revised division. See page 48 of H. Rept. 96–1457 (96th Cong., 2d Sess., 1980).
54 U.S.C. § 306103 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3061 / Subchapter I / Section 306103: Recordation of historic property prior to alteration or demolition
Recordation of historic property prior to alteration or demolition
Status: in_force

Each Federal agency shall initiate measures to ensure that where, as a result of Federal action or assistance carried out by the agency, a historic property is to be substantially altered or demolished—

(1) timely steps are taken to make or have made appropriate records; and

(2) the records are deposited, in accordance with section 302107 of this title, in the Library of Congress or with such other appropriate agency as the Secretary may designate, for future use and reference.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3226.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

306103
16 U.S.C. 470h–2(b).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §110(b), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §206, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2996.
54 U.S.C. § 305505 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3055 / Section 305505: Annual report
Annual report
Status: in_force

The Committee shall submit an annual report to the Secretary and the Administrator of General Services concerning its activities under this chapter and shall provide the Secretary and the Administrator of General Services with such other information as the Secretary may consider necessary or advisable.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3224.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

305505
16 U.S.C. 470w–5(e).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §306(e), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3003.
54 U.S.C. § 300320 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300320: Undertaking
Undertaking
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "undertaking" means a project, activity, or program funded in whole or in part under the direct or indirect jurisdiction of a Federal agency, including—

(1) those carried out by or on behalf of the Federal agency;

(2) those carried out with Federal financial assistance;

(3) those requiring a Federal permit, license, or approval; and

(4) those subject to State or local regulation administered pursuant to a delegation or approval by a Federal agency.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3191.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

300320
16 U.S.C. 470w(7).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §301(7), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3001; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4019(a)(5), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4764.
54 U.S.C. § 320104 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3201 / Section 320104: Jurisdiction of States in acquired land
Jurisdiction of States in acquired land
Status: in_force

Nothing in this chapter shall be held to deprive any State, or political subdivision of a State, of its civil and criminal jurisdiction in and over land acquired by the United States under this chapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3259.)

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320104
16 U.S.C. 465.
Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 593, §5, 49 Stat. 668.
54 U.S.C. § 300308 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300308: Historic property
Historic property
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "historic property" means any prehistoric or historic district, site, building, structure, or object included on, or eligible for inclusion on, the National Register, including artifacts, records, and material remains relating to the district, site, building, structure, or object.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3189.)

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300308
16 U.S.C. 470w(5).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §301(5), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3001; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4019(a)(4), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4764.

The words "historic resource" are omitted so that a uniform term is used throughout this division.
54 U.S.C. § 302706 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3027 / Section 302706: Eligibility for inclusion on National Register
Eligibility for inclusion on National Register
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—Property of traditional religious and cultural importance to an Indian tribe or Native Hawaiian organization may be determined to be eligible for inclusion on the National Register.

(b) Consultation.—In carrying out its responsibilities under section 306108 of this title, a Federal agency shall consult with any Indian tribe or Native Hawaiian organization that attaches religious and cultural significance to property described in subsection (a).

(c) Hawaii.—In carrying out responsibilities under section 302303 of this title, the State Historic Preservation Officer for Hawaii shall—

(1) consult with Native Hawaiian organizations in assessing the cultural significance of any property in determining whether to nominate the property to the National Register;

(2) consult with Native Hawaiian organizations in developing the cultural component of a preservation program or plan for the property; and

(3) enter into a memorandum of understanding or agreement with Native Hawaiian organizations for the assessment of the cultural significance of a property in determining whether to nominate the property to the National Register and to carry out the cultural component of the preservation program or plan.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3201.)

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302706
16 U.S.C. 470a(d)(6).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(d)(6), as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4006(a)(2), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4757.
54 U.S.C. § 308701 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3087 / Section 308701: Policy
Policy
Status: in_force

It shall be the policy of the Federal Government, in partnership with the States and local governments and private organizations and individuals, to—

(1) use measures, including financial and technical assistance, to foster conditions under which our modern society and our historic maritime resources can exist in productive harmony;

(2) provide leadership in the preservation of the historic maritime resources of the United States;

(3) contribute to the preservation of historic maritime resources and give maximum encouragement to organizations and individuals undertaking preservation by private means; and

(4) assist State and local governments to expand their maritime historic preservation programs and activities.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3237.)

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308701
16 U.S.C. 5402.
Pub. L. 103–451, §3, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4770.
54 U.S.C. § 302107 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3021 / Section 302107: Regulations
Regulations
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall promulgate regulations—

(1) ensuring that significant prehistoric and historic artifacts, and associated records, subject to subchapter I of chapter 3061, chapter 3125, or the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 (16 U.S.C. 470aa et seq.) are deposited in an institution with adequate long-term curatorial capabilities;

(2) establishing a uniform process and standards for documenting historic property by public agencies and private parties for purposes of incorporation into, or complementing, the national historical architectural and engineering records in the Library of Congress; and

(3) certifying local governments, in accordance with sections 302502 and 302503 of this title, and for the transfer of funds pursuant to section 302902(c)(4) of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3194.)

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Section
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302107
16 U.S.C. 470a(a)(7).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(a)(7), Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 915; Pub. L. 91–383, §11, as added Pub. L. 94–458, §2, Oct. 7, 1976, 90 Stat. 1942; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(d), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(a)(1), (2), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §201(a), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2990.

In paragraph (3), the word "transfer" is substituted for "allocation" for consistency with section 302902(c)(4) of the new title.

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979, referred to in par. (1), is Pub. L. 96–95, Oct. 31, 1979, 93 Stat. 721, which is classified generally to chapter 1B (§470aa et seq.) of Title 16, Conservation. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 470aa of Title 16 and Tables.
54 U.S.C. § 101119 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1011 / Subchapter II / Section 101119: Liability of United States
Liability of United States
Status: in_force

The United States shall not be liable for any debts, defaults, acts, or omissions of the National Park Foundation.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3122.)

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101119
16 U.S.C. 19m.
Pub. L. 90–209, §9, Dec. 18, 1967, 81 Stat. 657.
54 U.S.C. § 103301 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1033 / Section 103301: Military maneuvers
Military maneuvers
Status: in_force

To obtain practical benefits of great value to the country from the establishment of national military parks, the parks and their approaches are declared to be national fields for military maneuvers for the Regular Army or Regular Air Force and the National Guard or militia of the States. National military parks shall be opened for those purposes only in the discretion of the Secretary, and under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3165.)

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Section
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103301
16 U.S.C. 411.
May 15, 1896, ch. 182, §1, 29 Stat. 120; July 26, 1947, ch. 343, title II, §205(a), 61 Stat. 501.

The words "or Regular Air Force" are added for consistency with section 103302 of the new title.
54 U.S.C. § 200509 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2005 / Section 200509: Recordkeeping
Recordkeeping
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—A recipient of assistance under this chapter shall keep such records as the Secretary shall prescribe, including—

(1) records that disclose—

(A) the amount and disposition of project undertakings in connection with which assistance under this chapter is given or used; and

(B) the amount and nature of the portion of the cost of the project or undertaking that is supplied by other sources; and

(2) such other records as will facilitate an effective audit.

(b) Access.—The Secretary and the Comptroller General shall have access for the purpose of audit and examination to any records of the recipient that are pertinent to assistance received under this chapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3186.)

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Section
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200509
16 U.S.C. 2511.
Pub. L. 95–625, title X, §1012, Nov. 10, 1978, 92 Stat. 3543.

In subsection (a)(1), the word "fully" is omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (b), the words "or their duly authorized representatives" are omitted as unnecessary. See section 2 of Reorganization Plan No. 3 of 1950 (5 U.S.C. App., 43 U.S.C. 1451 note) for the Secretary and 31 U.S.C. 711(2) for the Comptroller General.
54 U.S.C. § 101901 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter I / Section 101901: Utility services
Utility services
Status: in_force

To facilitate the administration of the System, the Secretary, under such terms and conditions as the Secretary considers advisable, may furnish, on a reimbursement of appropriation basis, all types of utility services to concessioners, contractors, permittees, or other users of the services, within the System. The reimbursements for cost of the services may be credited to the appropriation current at the time reimbursements are received.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3137.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101901
16 U.S.C. 1b (matter before (1)).
Aug. 8, 1953, ch. 384, §1 (matter before (1)), (4), 67 Stat. 495; Pub. L. 91–383, §2(a), Aug. 18, 1970, 84 Stat. 826.

 
16 U.S.C. 1b(4).

The words "and he may use applicable appropriations for the aforesaid system for the following purposes" are omitted as unnecessary.
54 U.S.C. § 308104 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3081 / Section 308104: Battlefield interpretation modernization grant program
Battlefield interpretation modernization grant program
Status: in_force

(a) Establishment.—The Secretary shall establish a battlefield interpretation modernization grant program under which the Secretary may provide competitive grants to States, Tribes, local governments, and nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that deploy technology to modernize battlefield interpretation and education.

(b) Eligible Sites.—The Secretary may make grants under this section for Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War battlefield sites eligible for assistance under the battlefield acquisition grant program established under section 308103(b).

(c) Federal Share.—The Federal share of the cost of a project or program funded through a grant provided under the program established under subsection (a) shall be not more than 50 percent of the total cost of the applicable project or program.

(d) Authorization of Appropriations.—There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to provide grants under this section $1,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2020 through 2028.

(Added Pub. L. 116–94, div. P, title VII, §703(a), Dec. 20, 2019, 133 Stat. 3195.)
54 U.S.C. § 302910 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3029 / Section 302910: Recordkeeping
Recordkeeping
Status: in_force

A recipient of assistance under this division shall keep—

(1) such records as the Secretary shall prescribe, including records that fully disclose—

(A) the disposition by the recipient of the proceeds of the assistance;

(B) the total cost of the project or undertaking in connection with which the assistance is given or used; and

(C) the amount and nature of that portion of the cost of the project or undertaking supplied by other sources; and

(2) such other records as will facilitate an effective audit.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3205.)

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Section
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302910
16 U.S.C. 470e.
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §105, Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 917.

The word "recipient" is substituted for "beneficiary" for clarity.
54 U.S.C. § 101918 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter II / Section 101918: Transfer or conveyance of concession contracts or leasehold surrender interests
Transfer or conveyance of concession contracts or leasehold surrender interests
Status: in_force

(a) Approval of Secretary.—No concession contract or leasehold surrender interest may be transferred, assigned, sold, or otherwise conveyed or pledged by a concessioner without prior written notification to, and approval by, the Secretary.

(b) Conditions.—The Secretary shall approve a transfer or conveyance described in subsection (a) unless the Secretary finds that—

(1) the individual, corporation, or other entity seeking to acquire a concession contract is not qualified or able to satisfy the terms and conditions of the concession contract;

(2) the transfer or conveyance would have an adverse impact on—

(A) the protection, conservation, or preservation of the resources of the System unit; or

(B) the provision of necessary and appropriate facilities and services to visitors at reasonable rates and charges; and

(3) the terms of the transfer or conveyance are likely, directly or indirectly, to—

(A) reduce the concessioner's opportunity for a reasonable profit over the remaining term of the concession contract;

(B) adversely affect the quality of facilities and services provided by the concessioner; or

(C) result in a need for increased rates and charges to the public to maintain the quality of the facilities and services.

(c) Modification or Renegotiation of Terms.—The terms and conditions of any concession contract under this section shall not be subject to modification or open to renegotiation by the Secretary because of a transfer or conveyance described in subsection (a) unless the transfer or conveyance would have an adverse impact as described in subsection (b)(2).

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3147.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

101918
16 U.S.C. 5957.
Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §408, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3512.

In subsection (b)(1), the word "other" is added for consistency in the subchapter. See section 101926 of the revised title.
54 U.S.C. § 103302 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1033 / Section 103302: Camps for military instruction
Camps for military instruction
Status: in_force

(a) Assembling of Forces and Detailing of Instructors.—The Secretary of the Army or Secretary of the Air Force, within the limits of appropriations that may be available for that purpose, may assemble in camp at such season of the year and for such period as the Secretary of the Army or Secretary of the Air Force may designate, at the field of military maneuvers, such portions of the military forces of the United States as the Secretary of the Army or Secretary of the Air Force may think best, to receive military instruction there. The Secretary of the Army of Secretary of the Air Force may detail instructors from the Regular Army or Regular Air Force, respectively, for those forces during their exercises.

(b) Regulations.—The Secretary of the Army or Secretary of the Air Force may prescribe regulations governing the assembling of the National Guard or militia of the States on the maneuvering grounds.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3165.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

103302
16 U.S.C. 412.
May 15, 1896, ch. 182, §2, 29 Stat. 121; July 26, 1947, ch. 343, title II, §205(a), 61 Stat. 501.

In this section, the words "or Secretary of the Air Force" and "or Regular Air Force" are added because certain functions, personnel, and property, insofar as they pertain to the Air Force, were transferred from the Secretary of the Army and Department of the Army to the Secretary of the Air Force and Department of the Air Force by Secretary of Defense Transfer Order Nos. 1, September 26, 1947; 10, April 27, 1948; and 40 [App. B(65)], July 22, 1949.

In subsection (b), the words "and publish" are omitted because of 44 U.S.C. 1505.