54 U.S.C. § 320102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3201 / Section 320102: Powers and duties of Secretary
Powers and duties of Secretary
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The Secretary, acting through the Director, for the purpose of effectuating the policy expressed in section 320101 of this title, has the powers and shall perform the duties set out in this section.

(b) Preservation of Data.—The Secretary shall secure, collate, and preserve drawings, plans, photographs, and other data of historic and archeologic sites, buildings, and objects.

(c) Survey.—The Secretary shall make a survey of historic and archeologic sites, buildings, and objects for the purpose of determining which possess exceptional value as commemorating or illustrating the history of the United States.

(d) Investigations and Researches.—The Secretary shall make necessary investigations and researches in the United States relating to particular sites, buildings, and objects to obtain accurate historical and archeological facts and information concerning the sites, buildings, and objects.

(e) Acquisition of Property.—The Secretary may, for the purpose of this chapter, acquire in the name of the United States by gift, purchase, or otherwise any property, personal or real, or any interest or estate in property, title to any real property to be satisfactory to the Secretary. Property that is owned by any religious or educational institution or that is owned or administered for the benefit of the public shall not be acquired without the consent of the owner. No property shall be acquired or contract or agreement for the acquisition of the property made that will obligate the general fund of the Treasury for the payment of the property, unless Congress has appropriated money that is available for that purpose.

(f) Contracts and Cooperative Agreements.—The Secretary may contract and make cooperative agreements with States, municipal subdivisions, corporations, associations, or individuals, with proper bond where considered advisable, to protect, preserve, maintain, or operate any historic or archeologic building, site, or object, or property used in connection with the building, site, or object, for public use, regardless whether the title to the building, site, object, or property is in the United States. No contract or cooperative agreement shall be made or entered into that will obligate the general fund of the Treasury unless or until Congress has appropriated money for that purpose.

(g) Protection of Sites, Buildings, Objects, and Property.—The Secretary shall restore, reconstruct, rehabilitate, preserve, and maintain historic or prehistoric sites, buildings, objects, and property of national historical or archeological significance and where considered desirable establish and maintain museums in connection with the sites, buildings, objects, and property.

(h) Tablets To Mark or Commemorate Places and Events.—The Secretary shall erect and maintain tablets to mark or commemorate historic or prehistoric places and events of national historical or archeological significance.

(i) Operation for Benefit of Public.—The Secretary may operate and manage historic and archeologic sites, buildings, and property acquired under this chapter together with land and subordinate buildings for the benefit of the public and may charge reasonable visitation fees and grant concessions, leases, or permits for the use of land, building space, roads, or trails when necessary or desirable either to accommodate the public or to facilitate administration. The Secretary may grant those concessions, leases, or permits and enter into contracts relating to the contracts, leases, or permits with responsible persons, firms, or corporations without advertising and without securing competitive bids.

(j) Corporation To Carry Out Duties.—When the Secretary determines that it would be administratively burdensome to restore, reconstruct, operate, or maintain any particular historic or archeologic site, building, or property donated to the United States through the Service, the Secretary may cause the restoration, reconstruction, operation, or maintenance to be done by organizing a corporation for that purpose under the laws of the District of Columbia or any State.

(k) Educational Program and Service.—The Secretary shall develop an educational program and service for the purpose of making available to the public information pertaining to American historic and archeologic sites, buildings, and properties of national significance. Reasonable charges may be made for the dissemination of any such information.

(l) Actions and Regulations Necessary To Carry Out Chapter.—The Secretary shall perform any and all acts and make regulations not inconsistent with this chapter that may be necessary and proper to carry out this chapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3257.)

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

320102
16 U.S.C. 462(a) through (k) (1st sentence).
Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 593, §2(a) through (k) (1st sentence), 49 Stat. 666; Pub. L. 89–249, §8, Oct. 9, 1965, 79 Stat. 971.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

National Historic Site Support Facility Improvements

Pub. L. 113–291, div. B, title XXX, §3053, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3806, provided that:

"(a) Improvement.—The Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the National Park Service (referred to in this section as the 'Secretary'), may make improvements to a support facility, including a visitor center, for a National Historic Site operated by the National Park Service if the project—

"(1) is conducted using amounts included in the budget of the National Park Service in effect on the date on which the project is authorized;

"(2) is subject to a 50 percent non-Federal cost-sharing requirement; and

"(3) is conducted in an area in which the National Park Service was authorized by law in effect before the date of enactment of this Act [Dec. 19, 2014] to establish a support facility.

"(b) Operation and Use.—The Secretary may operate and use all or part of a support facility, including a visitor center, for a National Historic Site operated by the National Park Service—

"(1) to carry out duties associated with operating and supporting the National Historic Site; and

"(2) only in accordance with an agreement between the Secretary and the unit of local government in which the support facility is located."

Financial Assistance for Maintenance and Protection of Folger Library and Corcoran Gallery of Art; Limitation on Contract Authority

Pub. L. 96–344, §1, Sept. 8, 1980, 94 Stat. 1133, provided: "That (a) in furtherance of the purposes of subsection 2(e) of the Act of August 21, 1935 (49 Stat. 666) [see 54 U.S.C. 320102(f)], the Secretary of the Interior may provide financial assistance for the maintenance and protection of the Folger Library and the Corcoran Gallery of Art.

"(b) Authority to enter into contracts or cooperative agreements, to incur obligations, or to make payments under this Act [Pub. L. 96–344, Sept. 8, 1980, 94 Stat. 1133] shall be effective only to the extent, and in such amounts, as are provided in advance in appropriation Acts."
54 U.S.C. § 101340 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1013 / Subchapter III / Section 101340: Use of funds
Use of funds
Status: in_force

(a) Expenditure Shall Follow Priority Listing.—Expenditure of any funds authorized and appropriated for new construction, repair, or rehabilitation of housing under this chapter shall follow the housing priority listing established by the Secretary under section 101339 of this title, in sequential order, to the maximum extent practicable.

(b) Nonconstruction Funds in Annual Budget Submittal.—Each fiscal year the President's proposed budget to Congress shall include identification of nonconstruction funds to be spent for Service housing maintenance and operations that are in addition to rental receipts collected.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3129.)

Historical and Revision Notes

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

101340(a)
16 U.S.C. 17o(13).
Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(a)(13), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4193; Pub. L. 106–176, title I, §120(a)(1)(E), Mar. 10, 2000, 114 Stat. 28.

101340(b)
16 U.S.C. 17o(14).
Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(a)(14), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4193.

In subsection (a), the word "Secretary" is substituted for "agency" to correct an error in the source provision because the provision only applies to the Service and the Secretary develops the priority listing.

In subsection (b), the words "for the first fiscal year after November 12, 1996, and . . . subsequent" are omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 101701 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1017 / Section 101701: Challenge cost-share agreement authority
Challenge cost-share agreement authority
Status: in_force

(a) Definitions.—In this section:

(1) Challenge cost-share agreement.—The term "challenge cost-share agreement" means any agreement entered into between the Secretary and any cooperator for the purpose of sharing costs or services in carrying out authorized functions and responsibilities of the Secretary with respect to any System unit or System program, any affiliated area, or any designated national scenic trail or national historic trail.

(2) Cooperator.—The term "cooperator" means any State or local government, public or private agency, organization, institution, corporation, individual, or other entity.

(b) Authority To Enter Into Challenge Cost-Share Agreements.—The Secretary may negotiate and enter into challenge cost-share agreements with cooperators.

(c) Source of Federal Share.—In carrying out challenge cost-share agreements, the Secretary may provide the Federal funding share from any funds available to the Service.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3134; Pub. L. 113–40, §10(c), Oct. 2, 2013, 127 Stat. 546.)

Amendment Not Shown in Text

This section was derived from section 1f of Title 16, Conservation, which was amended by Pub. L. 113–40, §10(c), Oct. 2, 2013, 127 Stat. 546. 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 1f of Title 16, which consisted of pars. (1) to (3) [restated in this section as subsecs. (a) to (c)], was amended by Pub. L. 113–40 by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

"(4) AVAILABLE FUNDS.—Out of any amounts in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $20,000,000 shall be made available to the Secretary of the Interior for fiscal year 2018, and $30,000,000 shall be made available to the Secretary of the Interior for fiscal year 2019, without further appropriation and to remain available until expended, to pay the Federal funding share of challenge cost-share agreements for deferred maintenance projects and to correct deficiencies in National Park Service infrastructure.

"(5) COST-SHARE REQUIREMENT.—Not less than 50 percent of the total cost of project for funds made available under paragraph (4) to pay the Federal funding share shall be derived from non-Federal sources, including in-kind contribution of goods and services fairly valued."

Historical and Revision Notes

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

101701
16 U.S.C. 1f.
Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(g), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4199.
54 U.S.C. § 303101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3031 / Section 303101: Establishment
Establishment
Status: in_force

To carry out this division (except chapter 3041) and chapter 3121, there is established in the Treasury the Historic Preservation Fund.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3206.)

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

303101
16 U.S.C. 470h (1st paragraph).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §108 (1st paragraph), 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.

The words "(except chapter 3041) and chapter 3121" are added for clarity. The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation does not receive amounts from the Fund. The National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States does receive amounts.
54 U.S.C. § 300315 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300315: Preservation or historic preservation
Preservation or historic preservation
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "preservation" or "historic preservation" includes—

(1) identification, evaluation, recordation, documentation, curation, acquisition, protection, management, rehabilitation, restoration, stabilization, maintenance, research, interpretation, and conservation;

(2) education and training regarding the foregoing activities; or

(3) any combination of the foregoing activities.

(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)

300315
16 U.S.C. 470w(8).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §301(8), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3001; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4019(a)(6), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4764.
54 U.S.C. § 308403 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3084 / Section 308403: Cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding
Cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding
Status: in_force

To achieve the purposes of this chapter and to ensure effective coordination of the Federal and non-Federal elements of the Network described in section 308402(c) with System units and programs of the Service, the Secretary may enter into cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding with, and provide technical assistance to the heads of other Federal agencies, States, units of local government, regional governmental bodies, and private entities.

(Added Pub. L. 115–104, §3(a), Jan. 8, 2018, 131 Stat. 2261.)
54 U.S.C. § 311103 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3111 / Section 311103: Designation of Preserve America Communities
Designation of Preserve America Communities
Status: in_force

(a) Application.—To be considered for designation as a Preserve America Community, a community, tribal area, or neighborhood shall submit to the Council an application containing such information as the Council may require.

(b) Criteria.—To be designated as a Preserve America Community under the program, a community, tribal area, or neighborhood that submits an application under subsection (a) shall, as determined by the Chairman of the Council, in consultation with the Secretary, meet criteria required by the Chairman of the Council and, in addition, consider—

(1) protection and celebration of the heritage of the community, tribal area, or neighborhood;

(2) use of the historic assets of the community, tribal area, or neighborhood for economic development and community revitalization; and

(3) encouragement of people to experience and appreciate local historic resources through education and heritage tourism programs.

(c) Local Governments Previously Certified for Historic Preservation Activities.—The Council shall establish an expedited process for Preserve America Community designation for local governments previously certified for historic preservation activities under section 302502 of this title.

(d) Guidelines.—The Chairman of the Council, in consultation with the Secretary, shall establish any guidelines that are necessary to carry out this section.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3248; Pub. L. 114–289, title V, §501(d), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1490.)

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

311103
16 U.S.C. 469n(d).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle D, §7302(d), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1215.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2016—Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 114–289 substituted "Chairman of the Council" for "Council" in two places in introductory provisions.

Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 114–289 substituted "Chairman of the Council" for "Council".
54 U.S.C. § 200101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2001 / Section 200101: Findings and declaration of policy
Findings and declaration of policy
Status: in_force

Congress finds and declares it is desirable—

(1) that all American people of present and future generations be assured adequate outdoor recreation resources; and

(2) for all levels of government and private interests to take prompt and coordinated action to the extent practicable without diminishing or affecting their respective powers and functions to conserve, develop, and utilize those resources for the benefit and enjoyment of the American people.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3169.)

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

200101
16 U.S.C. 460l.
Pub. L. 88–29, §1, May 28, 1963, 77 Stat. 49.

Executive Documents

A 21st Century Strategy for America's Great Outdoors

Memorandum of President of the United States, Apr. 16, 2010, 75 F.R. 20767, provided:

Memorandum for the Secretary of the Interior[,] the Secretary of Agriculture[,] the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency[, and] the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality

Americans are blessed with a vast and varied natural heritage. From mountains to deserts and from sea to shining sea, America's great outdoors have shaped the rugged independence and sense of community that define the American spirit. Our working landscapes, cultural sites, parks, coasts, wild lands, rivers, and streams are gifts that we have inherited from previous generations. They are the places that offer us refuge from daily demands, renew our spirits, and enhance our fondest memories, whether they are fishing with a grandchild in a favorite spot, hiking a trail with a friend, or enjoying a family picnic in a neighborhood park. They also are our farms, ranches, and forests—the working lands that have fed and sustained us for generations. Americans take pride in these places, and share a responsibility to preserve them for our children and grandchildren.

Today, however, we are losing touch with too many of the places and proud traditions that have helped to make America special. Farms, ranches, forests, and other valuable natural resources are disappearing at an alarming rate. Families are spending less time together enjoying their natural surroundings. Despite our conservation efforts, too many of our fields are becoming fragmented, too many of our rivers and streams are becoming polluted, and we are losing our connection to the parks, wild places, and open spaces we grew up with and cherish. Children, especially, are spending less time outside running and playing, fishing and hunting, and connecting to the outdoors just down the street or outside of town.

Across America, communities are uniting to protect the places they love, and developing new approaches to saving and enjoying the outdoors. They are bringing together farmers and ranchers, land trusts, recreation and conservation groups, sportsmen, community park groups, governments and industry, and people from all over the country to develop new partnerships and innovative programs to protect and restore our outdoors legacy. However, these efforts are often scattered and sometimes insufficient. The Federal Government, the Nation's largest land manager, has a responsibility to engage with these partners to help develop a conservation agenda worthy of the 21st Century. We must look to the private sector and nonprofit organizations, as well as towns, cities, and States, and the people who live and work in them, to identify the places that mean the most to Americans, and leverage the support of the Federal Government to help these community-driven efforts to succeed. Through these partnerships, we will work to connect these outdoor spaces to each other, and to reconnect Americans to them.

For these reasons, it is hereby ordered as follows:

Section 1. Establishment.

(a) There is established the America's Great Outdoors Initiative (Initiative), to be led by the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) and implemented in coordination with the agencies listed in section 2(b) of this memorandum. The Initiative may include the heads of other executive branch departments, agencies, and offices (agencies) as the President may, from time to time, designate.

(b) The goals of the Initiative shall be to:

(i) Reconnect Americans, especially children, to America's rivers and waterways, landscapes of national significance, ranches, farms and forests, great parks, and coasts and beaches by exploring a variety of efforts, including:

(A) promoting community-based recreation and conservation, including local parks, greenways, beaches, and waterways;

(B) advancing job and volunteer opportunities related to conservation and outdoor recreation; and

(C) supporting existing programs and projects that educate and engage Americans in our history, culture, and natural bounty.

(ii) Build upon State, local, private, and tribal priorities for the conservation of land, water, wildlife, historic, and cultural resources, creating corridors and connectivity across these outdoor spaces, and for enhancing neighborhood parks; and determine how the Federal Government can best advance those priorities through public private partnerships and locally supported conservation strategies.

(iii) Use science-based management practices to restore and protect our lands and waters for future generations.

Sec. 2. Functions. The functions of the Initiative shall include:

(a) Outreach. The Initiative shall conduct listening and learning sessions around the country where land and waters are being conserved and community parks are being established in innovative ways. These sessions should engage the full range of interested groups, including tribal leaders, farmers and ranchers, sportsmen, community park groups, foresters, youth groups, businesspeople, educators, State and local governments, and recreation and conservation groups. Special attention should be given to bringing young Americans into the conversation. These listening sessions will inform the reports required in subsection (c) of this section.

(b) Interagency Coordination. The following agencies shall work with the Initiative to identify existing resources and align policies and programs to achieve its goals:

(i) the Department of Defense;

(ii) the Department of Commerce;

(iii) the Department of Housing and Urban Development;

(iv) the Department of Health and Human Services;

(v) the Department of Labor;

(vi) the Department of Transportation;

(vii) the Department of Education; and

(viii) the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

(c) Reports. The Initiative shall submit, through the Chair of the CEQ, the following reports to the President:

(i) Report on America's Great Outdoors. By November 15, 2010, the Initiative shall submit a report that includes the following:

(A) a review of successful and promising nonfederal conservation approaches;

(B) an analysis of existing Federal resources and programs that could be used to complement those approaches;

(C) proposed strategies and activities to achieve the goals of the Initiative; and

(D) an action plan to meet the goals of the Initiative.

The report should reflect the constraints in resources available in, and be consistent with, the Federal budget. It should recommend efficient and effective use of existing resources, as well as opportunities to leverage nonfederal public and private resources and nontraditional conservation programs.

(ii) Annual reports. By September 30, 2011, and September 30, 2012, the Initiative shall submit reports on its progress in implementing the action plan developed pursuant to subsection (c)(i)(D) of this section.

Sec. 3. General Provisions.

(a) This memorandum shall be implemented consistent with applicable law and subject to the availability of any necessary appropriations.

(b) This memorandum does not create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.

(c) The heads of executive departments and agencies shall assist and provide information to the Initiative, consistent with applicable law, as may be necessary to carry out the functions of the Initiative. Each executive department and agency shall bear its own expenses of participating in the Initiative.

(d) Nothing in this memorandum shall be construed to impair or otherwise affect the functions of the Director of the OMB relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.

(e) The Chair of the CEQ is authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the Federal Register.

Barack Obama.
54 U.S.C. § 300101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3001 / Section 300101: Policy
Policy
Status: in_force

It is the policy of the Federal Government, in cooperation with other nations and in partnership with States, local governments, Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, 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 property can exist in productive harmony and fulfill the social, economic, and other requirements of present and future generations;

(2) provide leadership in the preservation of the historic property of the United States and of the international community of nations and in the administration of the national preservation program;

(3) administer federally owned, administered, or controlled historic property in a spirit of stewardship for the inspiration and benefit of present and future generations;

(4) contribute to the preservation of nonfederally owned historic property and give maximum encouragement to organizations and individuals undertaking preservation by private means;

(5) encourage the public and private preservation and utilization of all usable elements of the Nation's historic built environment; and

(6) assist State and local governments, Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations, and the National Trust to expand and accelerate their historic preservation programs and activities.

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

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

300101
16 U.S.C. 470–1.
Pub. L. 89–665, §2, as added Pub. L. 96–515, title I, §101(a), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2988; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4002, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4753.

The words "Native Hawaiian organizations" are added for consistency in the section.

In paragraph (2), the words "in partnership with States, Indian tribes, Native Hawaiians, and local governments" are omitted as unnecessary because the words are used in the introductory material of this section.

Executive Documents

Ex. Ord. No. 11593. Protection and Enhancement of the Cultural Environment

Ex. Ord. No. 11593, May 13, 1971, 36 F.R. 8921, provided:

By virtue of the authority vested in me as President of the United States and in furtherance of the purposes and policies of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (83 Stat. 852, 42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (80 Stat. 915, [former] 16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.) [see 54 U.S.C. 300101 et seq.], the Historic Sites Act of 1935 (49 Stat. 666, [former] 16 U.S.C. 461 et seq.) [see 18 U.S.C. 1866(a), 54 U.S.C. 102303, 102304, 320101 et seq.], and the Antiquities Act of 1906 (34 Stat. 225, 16 [former] U.S.C. 431 et seq.) [see 18 U.S.C. 1866(b), 54 U.S.C. 320301(a) to (c), 320302, 320303], it is ordered as follows:

Section 1. Policy. The Federal Government shall provide leadership in preserving, restoring and maintaining the historic and cultural environment of the Nation. Agencies of the executive branch of the Government (hereinafter referred to as "Federal agencies") shall (1) administer the cultural properties under their control in a spirit of stewardship and trusteeship for future generations, (2) initiate measures necessary to direct their policies, plans and programs in such a way that federally owned sites, structures, and objects of historical, architectural or archaeological significance are preserved, restored and maintained for the inspiration and benefit of the people, and (3), in consultation with the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation ([former] 16 U.S.C. 470i [see 54 U.S.C. 304101]), institute procedures to assure that Federal plans and programs contribute to the preservation and enhancement of non-federally owned sites, structures and objects of historical, architectural or archaeological significance.

Sec. 2. Responsibilities of Federal agencies. Consonant with the provisions of the acts cited in the first paragraph of this order, the heads of Federal agencies shall:

(a) no later than July 1, 1973, with the advice of the Secretary of the Interior, and in cooperation with the liaison officer for historic preservation for the State or territory involved, locate, inventory, and nominate to the Secretary of the Interior all sites, buildings, districts, and objects under their jurisdiction or control that appear to qualify for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

(b) exercise caution during the interim period until inventories and evaluations required by subsection (a) are completed to assure that any federally owned property that might qualify for nomination is not inadvertently transferred, sold, demolished or substantially altered. The agency head shall refer any questionable actions to the Secretary of the Interior for an opinion respecting the property's eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places. The Secretary shall consult with the liaison officer for historic preservation for the State or territory involved in arriving at his opinion. Where, after a reasonable period in which to review and evaluate the property, the Secretary determines that the property is likely to meet the criteria prescribed for listing on the National Register of Historic Places, the Federal agency head shall reconsider the proposal in light of national environmental and preservation policy. Where, after such reconsideration, the Federal agency head proposes to transfer, sell, demolish or substantially alter the property he shall not act with respect to the property until the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation shall have been provided an opportunity to comment on the proposal.

(c) initiate measures to assure that where as a result of Federal action or assistance a property listed on the National Register of Historic Places is to be substantially altered or demolished, timely steps be taken to make or have made records, including measured drawings, photographs and maps, of the property, and that copy of such records then be deposited in the Library of Congress as part of the Historic American Buildings Survey or Historic American Engineering Record for future use and reference. Agencies may call on the Department of the Interior for advice and technical assistance in the completion of the above records.

(d) initiate measures and procedures to provide for the maintenance, through preservation, rehabilitation, or restoration, of federally owned and registered sites at professional standards prescribed by the Secretary of the Interior.

(e) submit procedures required pursuant to subsection (d) to the Secretary of the Interior and to the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation no later than January 1, 1972, and annually thereafter, for review and comment.

(f) cooperate with purchasers and transferees of a property listed on the National Register of Historic Places in the development of viable plans to use such property in a manner compatible with preservation objectives and which does not result in an unreasonable economic burden to public or private interests.

Sec. 3. Responsibilities of the Secretary of the Interior. The Secretary of the Interior shall:

(a) encourage State and local historic preservation officials to evaluate and survey federally owned historic properties and, where appropriate, to nominate such properties for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

(b) develop criteria and procedures to be applied by Federal agencies in the reviews and nominations required by section 2(a). Such criteria and procedures shall be developed in consultation with the affected agencies.

(c) expedite action upon nominations to the National Register of Historic Places concerning federally owned properties proposed for sale, transfer, demolition or substantial alteration.

(d) encourage State and Territorial liaison officers for historic preservation to furnish information upon request to Federal agencies regarding their properties which have been evaluated with respect to historic, architectural or archaeological significance and which as a result of such evaluations have not been found suitable for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

(e) develop and make available to Federal agencies and State and local governments information concerning professional methods and techniques for preserving, improving, restoring and maintaining historic properties.

(f) advise Federal agencies in the evaluation, identification, preservation, improvement, restoration and maintenance of historic properties.

(g) review and evaluate the plans of transferees of surplus Federal properties transferred for historic monument purposes to assure that the historic character of such properties is preserved in rehabilitation, restoration, improvement, maintenance and repair of such properties.

(h) review and comment upon Federal agency procedures submitted pursuant to section 2(e) of this order.

Richard Nixon.      

Executive Order No. 13934

Ex. Ord. No. 13934, July 3, 2020, 85 F.R. 41165, as amended by Ex. Ord. No. 13978, §§3, 4, Jan. 18, 2021, 86 F.R. 6810, 6811, which related to establishing the Interagency Task Force for Building and Rebuilding Monuments to American Heroes and a National Garden of American Heroes, was revoked by Ex. Ord. 14029, §1, May 14, 2021, 86 F.R. 27025.

Executive Order No. 13978

Ex. Ord. No. 13978, Jan. 18, 2021, 86 F.R. 6809, which related to construction of the National Garden of American Heroes, was revoked by Ex. Ord. 14029, §1, May 14, 2021, 86 F.R. 27025.
54 U.S.C. § 306102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3061 / Subchapter I / Section 306102: Preservation program
Preservation program
Status: in_force

(a) Establishment.—Each Federal agency shall establish (except for programs or undertakings exempted pursuant to section 304108(c) of this title), in consultation with the Secretary, a preservation program for the identification, evaluation, and nomination to the National Register, and protection, of historic property.

(b) Requirements.—The program shall ensure that—

(1) historic property under the jurisdiction or control of the agency is identified, evaluated, and nominated to the National Register;

(2) historic property under the jurisdiction or control of the agency is managed and maintained in a way that considers the preservation of their historic, archeological, architectural, and cultural values in compliance with section 306108 of this title and gives special consideration to the preservation of those values in the case of property designated as having national significance;

(3) the preservation of property not under the jurisdiction or control of the agency but potentially affected by agency actions is given full consideration in planning;

(4) the agency's preservation-related activities are carried out in consultation with other Federal, State, and local agencies, Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations carrying out historic preservation planning activities, and the private sector; and

(5) the agency's procedures for compliance with section 306108 of this title—

(A) are consistent with regulations promulgated by the Council pursuant to section 304108(a) and (b) of this title;

(B) provide a process for the identification and evaluation of historic property for listing on the National Register and the development and implementation of agreements, in consultation with State Historic Preservation Officers, local governments, Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, and the interested public, as appropriate, regarding the means by which adverse effects on historic property will be considered; and

(C) provide for the disposition of Native American cultural items from Federal or tribal land in a manner consistent with section 3(c) of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (25 U.S.C. 3002(c)).

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3225.)

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

306102
16 U.S.C. 470h–2(a)(2).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §110(a)(2), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §206, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2996; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4012(2), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4760.

In subsection (a), the words "except for programs and undertakings exempted" are substituted for "unless exempted" for clarity.

In subsection (b)(2), the words "as are listed in or may be eligible for the National Register" are omitted as unnecessary because of the definition of "historic property" in section 300308 of the new title.
54 U.S.C. § 100702 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter I / Section 100702: Research mandate
Research mandate
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall ensure that management of System units is enhanced by the availability and utilization of a broad program of the highest quality science and information.

(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)

100702
16 U.S.C. 5932.
Pub. L. 105–391, title II, §202, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3499.
54 U.S.C. § 308704 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3087 / Section 308704: Funding
Funding
Status: in_force

(a) Availability of Funds From Sale and Scrapping of Obsolete Vessels.—

(1) In general.—Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the amount of funds credited in a fiscal year to the Vessel Operations Revolving Fund established by section 50301(a) of title 46 that is attributable to the sale of obsolete vessels in the National Defense Reserve Fleet that are scrapped or sold under section 57102, 57103, or 57104 of title 46 shall be available until expended as follows:

(A) Fifty percent shall be available to the Administrator of the Maritime Administration for such acquisition, maintenance, repair, reconditioning, or improvement of vessels in the National Defense Reserve Fleet as is authorized under other Federal law.

(B) Twenty five percent shall be available to the Administrator of the Maritime Administration for the payment or reimbursement of expenses incurred by or on behalf of State maritime academies or the United States Merchant Marine Academy for facility and training ship maintenance, repair, and modernization, and for the purchase of simulators and fuel.

(C) The remainder shall be available to the Secretary to carry out the Program, as provided in subsection (b).

(2) Applicability.—Paragraph (1) does not apply to amounts credited to the Vessel Operations Revolving Fund before July 1, 1994.

(b) Use of Amounts for Program.—

(1) Allocation.—

(A) In general.—Except as provided in subparagraph (B) and paragraph (2), of the amounts available each fiscal year for the Program under subsection (a)(1)(C)—

(i) 50 percent shall be used for grants under section 308703(b); and

(ii) 50 percent shall be used for grants under section 308703(c).

(B) Set aside.—

(i) In general.—Not less than 25 percent of the amounts available each fiscal year for the Program under subsection (a)(1)(C) shall be used for the preservation and presentation to the public of the maritime heritage property of the Maritime Administration.

(ii) Direct transfers.—The Secretary may provide amounts used for the preservation and presentation to the public of the maritime heritage property of the Maritime Administration through direct transfers to the Maritime Administration.

(iii) Waiver.—The Maritime Administrator may waive the application of clause (i) for any fiscal year.

(2) Administrative expenses.—

(A) In general.—Not more than 15 percent or $500,000, whichever is less, of the amount available for the Program under subsection (a)(1)(C) for a fiscal year may be used for expenses of administering the Program.

(B) Allocation.—Of the amount available under subparagraph (A) for a fiscal year—

(i) one half shall be allocated to the National Trust for expenses incurred in administering grants under section 308703(b) of this title; and

(ii) one half shall be allocated as appropriate by the Secretary to the Service and participating State Historic Preservation Officers.

(c) Disposal of Vessels.—

(1) Requirement.—The Secretary of Transportation shall dispose (by sale or by purchase of disposal services) of all vessels described in paragraph (2)—

(A) in accordance with a priority system for disposing of vessels, as determined by the Secretary, that shall include provisions requiring the Maritime Administration to—

(i) dispose of all deteriorated high priority ships that are available for disposal within 12 months of their designation as available for disposal; and

(ii) give priority to the disposition of those vessels that pose the most significant danger to the environment or cost the most to maintain;

(B) in the manner that provides the best value to the Federal Government, except in any case in which obtaining the best value would require towing a vessel and the towing poses a serious threat to the environment; and

(C) in accordance with the plan of the Department of Transportation for disposal of those vessels and requirements under sections 57102 to 57104 of title 46.

(2) Description of vessels.—The vessels referred to in paragraph (1) are the vessels in the National Defense Reserve Fleet after July 1, 1994, that—

(A) are not assigned to the Ready Reserve Force component of the National Defense Reserve Fleet; and

(B) are not specifically authorized or required by statute to be used for a particular purpose.

(d) Treatment of Available Amounts.—Amounts available under this section shall not be considered in any determination of the amounts available to the Department of the Interior.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3241; Pub. L. 114–328, div. C, title XXXV, §3507(a), Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2777.)

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

308704
16 U.S.C. 5405.
Pub. L. 103–451, §6, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4776; Pub. L. 105–85, div. A, title X, §1026(c), Nov. 18, 1997, 111 Stat. 1878; Pub. L. 106–398, §1 [div. C, title XXXV, §3502(a)], Oct. 30, 2000, 114 Stat. 1654, 1654A–490; Pub. L. 110–181, div. C, title XXXV, §3514, Jan. 28, 2008, 122 Stat. 594; Pub. L. 111–84, div. C, title XXXV, §3509, Oct. 28, 2009, 123 Stat. 2721; Pub. L. 111–383, div. A, title X, §1075(n), Jan. 7, 2011, 124 Stat. 4378.

The text of 16 U.S.C. 5405(b)(2) is omitted as obsolete.

In subsection (a)(1)(C), before subparagraph (i), the words "whether collected before or after October 28, 2009" are omitted as obsolete.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2016—Subsec. (a)(1)(C). Pub. L. 114–328, §3507(a)(1), amended subpar. (C) generally. Prior to amendment, subpar. (C) related to availability of remainder of funds.

Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 114–328, §3507(a)(2), amended par. (1) generally. Prior to amendment, par. (1) related to use of amounts for certain projects under the National Maritime Heritage Grants Program.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Pilot Program on Export of Obsolete Vessels for Dismantlement and Recycling

Pub. L. 107–314, div. C, title XXXV, §3504(c), (d), Dec. 2, 2002, 116 Stat. 2755, 2756, provided that the Secretary of Transportation, Secretary of State, and Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency would jointly carry out, during fiscal year 2003, one or more pilot programs through the Maritime Administration to explore the feasibility and advisability of various alternatives for exporting obsolete vessels in the National Defense Reserve Fleet for purposes of the dismantlement and recycling of such vessels and the Secretary of Transportation shall submit to Congress a report on the pilot programs including a description of their activities and recommendations for further legislative or administrative action as the Secretary considers appropriate.

Scrapping of National Defense Reserve Fleet Vessels

Pub. L. 106–398, §1 [div. C, title XXXV, §3502(b)–(f)], Oct. 30, 2000, 114 Stat. 1654, 1654A–490 to 1654A–492, as amended by Pub. L. 109–163, div. C, title XXXV, §3505(a), Jan. 6, 2006, 119 Stat. 3551; Pub. L. 112–81, div. C, title XXXV, §3504, Dec. 31, 2011, 125 Stat. 1717; Pub. L. 112–239, div. C, title XXXV, §3502, Jan. 2, 2013, 126 Stat. 2222, provided that:

"(b) Selection of Scrapping Facilities.—The Secretary of Transportation may scrap obsolete vessels pursuant to section 6(c)(1) of the National Maritime Heritage Act of 1994 ([former] 16 U.S.C. 5405(c)(1)) [see 54 U.S.C. 308704(c)(1)] through qualified scrapping facilities, using the most expeditious scrapping methodology and location practicable. Scrapping facilities shall be selected under that section on a best value basis consistent with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, as in effect on the date of contract award, without any predisposition toward foreign or domestic facilities taking into consideration, among other things, the ability of facilities to scrap vessels—

"(1) at least cost to the Government;

"(2) in a timely manner;

"(3) giving consideration to worker safety and the environment; and

"(4) in a manner that minimizes the geographic distance that a vessel must be towed when towing a vessel poses a serious threat to the environment.

"(c) Comprehensive Management Plan.—

"(1) Requirement to develop plan.—The Secretary of Transportation shall prepare, publish, and submit to the Congress by not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [probably should be "this subsection", Jan. 6, 2006] a comprehensive plan for management of the vessel disposal program of the Maritime Administration in accordance with the recommendations made in the Government Accountability Office in report number GAO–05–264, dated March 2005.

"(2) Contents of plan.—The plan shall—

"(A) include a strategy and implementation plan for disposal of obsolete National Defense Reserve Fleet vessels (including vessels added to the fleet after the enactment of this paragraph) in a timely manner, maximizing the use of all available disposal methods, including dismantling, use for artificial reefs, donation, and Navy training exercises;

"(B) identify and describe the funding and other resources necessary to implement the plan, and specific milestones for disposal of vessels under the plan;

"(C) establish performance measures to track progress toward achieving the goals of the program, including the expeditious disposal of ships commencing upon the date of the enactment of this paragraph;

"(D) develop a formal decisionmaking framework for the program; and

"(E) identify external factors that could impede successful implementation of the plan, and describe steps to be taken to mitigate the effects of such factors.

"(d) Implementation of Management Plan.—

"(1) Requirement to implement.—Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary shall implement the vessel disposal program of the Maritime Administration in accordance with—

"(A) the management plan submitted under subsection (c); and

"(B) the requirements set forth in paragraph (2).

"(2) Utilization of domestic sources.—In the procurement of services under the vessel disposal program of the Maritime Administration, the Secretary shall—

"(A) use full and open competition; and

"(B) utilize domestic sources to the maximum extent practicable.

"(e) Failure to Submit Plan.—

"(1) Private management contract for disposal of maritime administration vessels.—The Secretary of Transportation, subject to the availability of appropriations, shall promptly award a contract using full and open competition to expeditiously implement all aspects of disposal of obsolete National Defense Reserve Fleet vessels.

"(2) Application.—This subsection shall apply beginning 180 days after the date of the enactment of this subsection [Jan. 6, 2006], unless the Secretary of Transportation has submitted to the Congress the comprehensive plan required under subsection (c).

"(f) Briefings.—The Maritime Administrator shall, upon request, provide briefings to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, the Committee on Natural Resources, and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, on the progress made in recycling vessels, problems encountered with recycling vessels, issues relating to vessel recycling, and other issues relating to vessel recycling and disposal."
54 U.S.C. § 101524 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1015 / Subchapter III / Section 101524: Special rule for service contract to provide transportation services
Special rule for service contract to provide transportation services
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a service contract entered into by the Secretary for the provision solely of transportation services in a System unit shall be not more than 10 years in length, including a base period of 5 years and annual extensions for up to an additional 5 years based on satisfactory performance and approval by the Secretary.

(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)

101524
16 U.S.C. 5961(a).
Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §412(a), Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3514; Pub. L. 106–113, div. B, §1000(a)(3) [title I, §143(1)], Nov. 29, 1999, 113 Stat. 1535, 1501A–171.
54 U.S.C. § 102302 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1023 / Section 102302: National Capital region arts and cultural affairs
National Capital region arts and cultural affairs
Status: in_force

(a) Establishment.—There is under the direction of the Service a program to support and enhance artistic and cultural activities in the National Capital region.

(b) Grant Eligibility.—

(1) Eligible organizations.—Eligibility for grants shall be limited to organizations—

(A) that are of demonstrated national significance; and

(B) that meet at least 2 of the criteria stated in paragraph (2).

(2) Criteria.—The criteria referred to in paragraph (1) are the following:

(A) The organization has an annual operating budget in excess of $1,000,000.

(B) The organization has an annual audience or visitation of at least 200,000 people.

(C) The organization has a paid staff of at least 100 individuals.

(D) The organization is eligible under section 320102(f) of this title.

(3) Organizations not eligible.—Public or private colleges and universities are not eligible for grants under the program under this section.

(c) Use of Grants.—Grants awarded under this section may be used to support general operations and maintenance, security, or special projects. No organization may receive a grant in excess of $500,000 in a single year.

(d) Responsbilities 1 of Director.—The Director shall—

(1) establish an application process;

(2) appoint a review panel of 5 qualified individuals, at least a majority of whom reside in the National Capital region; and

(3) develop other program guidelines and definitions as required.

(e) Ford's Theater and Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts.—The contractual amounts required for the support of Ford's Theater and Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts shall be available within the amount provided in this section without regard to any other provision of this section.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3154.)

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

102302
16 U.S.C. 1e.
Pub. L. 98–473, title I, §101(c) [title I, §100], Oct. 12, 1984, 98 Stat. 1837, 1844; Pub. L. 89–671, §14(c), as added Pub. L. 107–219, §1(a)(3), Aug. 21, 2002, 116 Stat. 10330.)

1 So in original. Probably should be "Responsibilities".
54 U.S.C. § 102301 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1023 / Section 102301: Volunteers in parks program
Volunteers in parks program
Status: in_force

(a) Establishment.—The Secretary may recruit, train, and accept, without regard to chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5 or regulations prescribed under that chapter or subchapter, the services of individuals without compensation as volunteers for or in aid of interpretive functions or other visitor services or activities in and related to System units and related areas. In accepting those services, the Secretary shall not permit the use of volunteers in hazardous duty or law enforcement work or in policymaking processes, or to displace any employee. The services of individuals whom the Secretary determines are skilled in performing hazardous activities may be accepted.

(b) Incidental Expenses.—The Secretary may provide for incidental expenses of volunteers, such as transportation, uniforms, lodging, and subsistence.

(c) Federal Employee Status for Volunteers.—

(1) Employment status of volunteers.—Except as otherwise provided in this section, a volunteer shall not be deemed a Federal employee and shall not be subject to the provisions of law relating to Federal employment, including those relating to hours of work, rates of compensation, leave, unemployment compensation, and Federal employee benefits.

(2) Tort claims.—For the purpose of sections 1346(b) and 2401(b) and chapter 171 of title 28, a volunteer under this chapter shall be deemed a Federal employee.

(3) Volunteers deemed civil employees.—For the purposes of subchapter I of chapter 81 of title 5, volunteers under this chapter shall be deemed civil employees of the United States within the meaning of the term "employee" as defined in section 8101 of title 5, and subchapter I of chapter 81 of title 5 shall apply.

(4) Compensation for losses and damages.—For the purpose of claims relating to damage to, or loss of, personal property of a volunteer incident to volunteer service, a volunteer under this chapter shall be deemed a Federal employee, and section 3721 of title 31 shall apply.

(d) Authorization of Appropriations.—There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section not more than $9,000,000 for each fiscal year.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3153; Pub. L. 113–235, div. F, title I, §118, Dec. 16, 2014, 128 Stat. 2421; Pub. L. 114–113, div. G, title I, §114, Dec. 18, 2015, 129 Stat. 2550; Pub. L. 114–289, title III, §303, Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1487.)

Amendment Not Shown in Text

Subsection (d) of this section was derived from section 18j of Title 16, Conservation, which was amended by Pub. L. 113–235, div. F, title I, §118, Dec. 16, 2014, 128 Stat. 2421. 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 18j of Title 16 was amended by striking "$3,500,000" and inserting "$5,000,000".

Historical and Revision Notes

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

102301(a)
16 U.S.C. 18g.
Pub. L. 91–357, §1, July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 472; Pub. L. 98–540, §1(b), Oct. 24, 1984, 98 Stat. 2718.

102301(b)
16 U.S.C. 18h.
Pub. L. 91–357, §2, July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 472.

102301(c)
16 U.S.C. 18i.
Pub. L. 91–357, §3, July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 472; Pub. L. 101–286, title II, §204(b), May 9, 1990, 104 Stat. 175.

102301(d)
16 U.S.C. 18j.
Pub. L. 91–357, §4, July 29, 1970, 84 Stat. 472; Pub. L. 94–128, Nov. 13, 1975, 89 Stat. 682; Pub. L. 98–540, §1(a), Oct. 24, 1984, 98 Stat. 2718; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §805, Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4188.

In subsection (a), the words "chapter 51 and subchapter III of title 5" are substituted for "the civil service classification laws" for clarity and for consistency with other titles of the United States Code. The words "System units and related areas" are substituted for "areas administered by the Secretary through the National Park Service" for clarity and for consistency in the new title.

In subsection (b), the words "of volunteers" are added for clarity.

In subsection (c)(3), the words "relating to compensation to Federal employees for work injuries" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (d), the words "such sums as may be necessary" are omitted as unnecessary.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2016—Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 114–289 substituted "not more than $9,000,000" for "not more than $7,000,000". See Amendment Subject to Availability of Appropriations note below.

2015—Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 114–113 substituted "$7,000,000" for "$3,500,000".

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Amendment Subject to Availability of Appropriations

Pub. L. 114–289, title III, §303, Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1487, provided that the amendment of this section by section 303 is subject to the availability of appropriations.
54 U.S.C. § 320106 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3201 / Section 320106: Limitation on obligation or expenditure of appropriated amounts
Limitation on obligation or expenditure of appropriated amounts
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no funds appropriated or otherwise made available to the Secretary to carry out subsection (f) or (g) of section 320102 of this title may be obligated or expended—

(1) unless the appropriation of the funds has been specifically authorized by law enacted on or after October 30, 1992; or

(2) in excess of the amount prescribed by law enacted on or after October 30, 1992.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3259.)

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

320106
16 U.S.C. 466(a).
Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 593, §6(a), 49 Stat. 668; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4023, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4768.

The words "Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section" are omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 307106 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3071 / Section 307106: Authorization for expenditure of appropriated funds
Authorization for expenditure of appropriated funds
Status: in_force

Where appropriate, each Federal agency may expend funds appropriated for its authorized programs for the purposes of activities carried out pursuant to this division, except to the extent that appropriations legislation expressly provides otherwise.

(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)

307106
16 U.S.C. 470w–1.
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §302, as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3002.
54 U.S.C. § 304106 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3041 / Section 304106: International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property
International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property
Status: in_force

(a) Authorization of Participation.—The participation of the United States as a member in the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property is authorized.

(b) Official Delegation.—The Council shall recommend to the Secretary of State, after consultation with the Smithsonian Institution and other public and private organizations concerned with the technical problems of preservation, the members of the official delegation that will participate in the activities of the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property on behalf of the United States. The Secretary of State shall appoint the members of the official delegation from the persons recommended to the Secretary of State by the Council.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3213.)

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

304106
16 U.S.C. 470n.
Pub. L. 89–665, title II, §206, as added Pub. L. 91–243, §2, May 9, 1970, 84 Stat. 204; Pub. L. 93–54, §1(b), July 1, 1973, 87 Stat. 139; Pub. L. 94–422, title II, §201(8), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1322; Pub. L. 96–199, title I, §114, Mar. 5, 1980, 94 Stat. 71; Pub. L. 106–208, §5(b), May 26, 2000, 114 Stat. 319.

The text of 16 U.S.C. 470n(c) is omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 307102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3071 / Section 307102: Effective date of regulations
Effective date of regulations
Status: in_force

(a) Publication in Federal Register.—No final regulation of the Secretary shall become effective prior to the expiration of 30 calendar days after it is published in the Federal Register during which either or both Houses of Congress are in session.

(b) Disapproval of Regulation by Resolution of Congress.—The regulation shall not become effective if, within 90 calendar days of continuous session of Congress after the date of promulgation, both Houses of Congress adopt a concurrent resolution, the matter after the resolving clause of which is as follows: "That Congress disapproves the regulation promulgated by the Secretary dealing with the matter of         , which regulation was transmitted to Congress on         ," the blank spaces in the resolution being appropriately filled.

(c) Failure of Congress To Adopt Resolution of Disapproval of Regulation.—If at the end of 60 calendar days of continuous session of Congress after the date of promulgation of a regulation, no committee of either House of Congress has reported or been discharged from further consideration of a concurrent resolution disapproving the regulation, and neither House has adopted such a resolution, the regulation may go into effect immediately. If, within the 60 calendar days, a committee has reported or been discharged from further consideration of such a resolution, the regulation may go into effect not sooner than 90 calendar days of continuous session of Congress after its promulgation unless disapproved as provided for.

(d) Sessions of Congress.—For purposes of this section—

(1) continuity of session is broken only by an adjournment sine die; and

(2) the days on which either House is not in session because of an adjournment of more than 3 days to a day certain are excluded in the computation of 60 and 90 calendar days of continuous session of Congress.

(e) Congressional Inaction or Rejection of Resolution of Disapproval Not Deemed Approval of Regulation.—Congressional inaction on or rejection of a resolution of disapproval shall not be deemed an expression of approval of the regulation.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3231.)

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

307102
16 U.S.C. 470w–6.
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §307, as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3004; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(d)(29), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4584; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(d)(1)(O), (2)(E), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4196; Pub. L. 106–176, title I, §120(a)(2), Mar. 10, 2000, 114 Stat. 28; Pub. L. 106–208, §5(a)(11)–(13), May 26, 2000, 114 Stat. 319.
54 U.S.C. § 308301 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3083 / Section 308301: Definition
Definition
Status: in_force

In this chapter, the term "national network" means the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom established under section 308302 of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3234.)

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

308301
no source.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Purposes of Pub. L. 105–203

Pub. L. 105–203, §2(b), July 21, 1998, 112 Stat. 679, provided that: "The purposes of this Act [see 54 U.S.C. 308301 et seq.] are the following:

"(1) To recognize the importance of the Underground Railroad, the sacrifices made by those who used the Underground Railroad in search of freedom from tyranny and oppression, and the sacrifices made by the people who helped them.

"(2) To authorize the National Park Service to coordinate and facilitate Federal and non-Federal activities to commemorate, honor, and interpret the history of the Underground Railroad, its significance as a crucial element in the evolution of the national civil rights movement, and its relevance in fostering the spirit of racial harmony and national reconciliation."
54 U.S.C. § 312506 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3125 / Section 312506: Administration
Administration
Status: in_force

In the administration of this chapter, the Secretary may—

(1) enter into contracts or make cooperative agreements with any Federal or State agency, educational or scientific organization, or institution, corporation, association, or qualified individual;

(2) obtain the services of experts and consultants or organizations of experts and consultants in accordance with section 3109 of title 5; and

(3) accept and utilize funds made available for salvage archeological purposes by any private person or corporation or transferred to the Secretary by any Federal agency.

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

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

312506
16 U.S.C. 469b.
Pub. L. 86–523, §6, formerly §3, June 27, 1960, 74 Stat. 221, renumbered as §6 and amended Pub. L. 93–291, §1(8), May 24, 1974, 88 Stat. 175.
54 U.S.C. § 302104 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3021 / Section 302104: Nominations for inclusion on National Register
Nominations for inclusion on National Register
Status: in_force

(a) Nomination by State.—Subject to the requirements of section 302107 of this title, any State that is carrying out a program approved under chapter 3023 shall nominate to the Secretary property that meets the criteria promulgated under section 302103 of this title for inclusion on the National Register. Subject to section 302107 of this title, any property nominated under this subsection or under section 306102 of this title shall be included on the National Register on the date that is 45 days after receipt by the Secretary of the nomination and the necessary documentation, unless the Secretary disapproves the nomination within the 45-day period or unless an appeal is filed under subsection (d).

(b) Nomination by Person or Local Government.—Subject to the requirements of section 302107 of this title, the Secretary may accept a nomination directly from any person or local government for inclusion of a property on the National Register only if the property is located in a State where there is no program approved under chapter 3023 of this title. The Secretary may include on the National Register any property for which such a nomination is made if the Secretary determines that the property is eligible in accordance with the regulations promulgated under section 302103 of this title. The determination shall be made within 90 days from the date of the nomination unless the nomination is appealed under subsection (d).

(c) Nomination by Federal Agency.—Subject to the requirements of section 302107 of this title, the regulations promulgated under section 302103 of this title, and appeal under subsection (d) of this section, the Secretary may accept a nomination directly by a Federal agency for inclusion of property on the National Register only if—

(1) completed nominations are sent to the State Historic Preservation Officer for review and comment regarding the adequacy of the nomination, the significance of the property and its eligibility for the National Register;

(2) within 45 days of receiving the completed nomination, the State Historic Preservation Officer has made a recommendation regarding the nomination to the Federal Preservation Officer, except that failure to meet this deadline shall constitute a recommendation to not support the nomination;

(3) the chief elected officials of the county (or equivalent governmental unit) and municipal political jurisdiction in which the property is located are notified and given 45 days in which to comment;

(4) the Federal Preservation Officer forwards it to the Keeper of the National Register of Historic Places after determining that all procedural requirements have been met, including those in paragraphs (1) through (3) above; the nomination is adequately documented; the nomination is technically and professionally correct and sufficient; and may include an opinion as to whether the property meets the National Register criteria for evaluation;

(5) notice is provided in the Federal Register that the nominated property is being considered for listing on the National Register that includes any comments and the recommendation of the State Historic Preservation Officer and a declaration whether the State Historic Preservation Officer has responded within the 45 day-period of review provided in paragraph (2); and

(6) the Secretary addresses in the Federal Register any comments from the State Historic Preservation Officer that do not support the nomination of the property on the National Register before the property is included in the National Register.

(d) Appeal.—Any person or local government may appeal to the Secretary—

(1) a nomination of any property for inclusion on the National Register; and

(2) the failure of a nominating authority to nominate a property in accordance with this chapter.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3192; Pub. L. 114–289, title VIII, §802(b), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1494.)

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

302104
16 U.S.C. 470a(a)(3) through (5).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(a)(3) through (5), 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. 2989.

In subsection (c)(1), the word "historic" is omitted because a historic property already is eligible for inclusion on the National Register and would not have to be nominated for inclusion.

In subsection (c)(2), the words "or refusal" are omitted as unnecessary.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2016—Subsecs. (a), (b). Pub. L. 114–289, §802(b)(1), substituted "subsection (d)" for "subsection (c)".

Subsecs. (c), (d). Pub. L. 114–289, §802(b)(2), (3), added subsec. (c) and redesignated former subsec. (c) as (d).
54 U.S.C. § 102502 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1025 / Section 102502: Definition of museum object
Definition of museum object
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) In general.—The term "museum object" means an object that—

(A) typically is movable; and

(B) is eligible to be, or is made part of, a museum, library, or archive collection through a formal procedure, such as accessioning.

(2) Inclusions.—The term "museum object" includes a prehistoric or historic artifact, work of art, book, document, photograph, or natural history specimen.

(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)

102502
16 U.S.C. 18f–3(b).
July 1, 1955, ch. 259, §3(b), as added Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §804(b), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4188.

The words "museum collections" are omitted as unnecessary.
54 U.S.C. § 305306 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3053 / Section 305306: Service preservation centers and offices
Service preservation centers and offices
Status: in_force

To improve the use of existing Service resources, the Secretary shall fully utilize and further develop the Service preservation (including conservation) centers and regional offices. The Secretary shall improve the coordination of the centers and offices within the Service, and shall, where appropriate, coordinate their activities with the Center and with other appropriate parties.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3222.)

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

305306
16 U.S.C. 470x–6.
Pub. L. 89–665, title IV, §407, as added Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4022, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4768.
54 U.S.C. § 308604 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3086 / Section 308604: Cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding
Cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding
Status: in_force

The Secretary may enter into cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding with, and provide technical assistance to, the heads of other Federal agencies, States, units of local government, Tribal governments, regional governmental bodies, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and private entities—

(1) to achieve the purposes of this chapter; and

(2) to ensure effective coordination of the Federal elements and non-Federal elements provided a grant or other assistance under the Program with System units and programs of the Service.

(Added Pub. L. 117–328, div. DD, title VI, §643(a), Dec. 29, 2022, 136 Stat. 5614.)
54 U.S.C. § 100506 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1005 / Section 100506: Boundary changes to System units
Boundary changes to System units
Status: in_force

(a) Criteria for Evaluation.—The Secretary shall maintain criteria to evaluate any proposed changes to the boundaries of System units, including—

(1) analysis of whether or not an existing boundary provides for the adequate protection and preservation of the natural, historic, cultural, scenic and recreational resources integral to the System unit;

(2) an evaluation of each parcel proposed for addition or deletion to a System unit based on the analysis under paragraph (1); and

(3) an assessment of the impact of potential boundary adjustments taking into consideration the factors in section 100505(c)(3) of this title and the effect of the adjustments on the local communities and surrounding area.

(b) Proposal of Secretary.—In proposing a boundary change to a System unit, the Secretary shall—

(1) consult with affected agencies of State and local governments, surrounding communities, affected landowners, and private national, regional, and local organizations;

(2) apply the criteria developed pursuant to subsection (a) and accompany the proposal with a statement reflecting the results of the application of the criteria; and

(3) include with the proposal an estimate of the cost for acquiring any parcels proposed for acquisition, the basis for the estimate, and a statement on the relative priority for the acquisition of each parcel within the priorities for acquisition of other parcels for the System unit and for the System.

(c) Minor Boundary Changes.—

(1) In general.—When the Secretary determines that to do so will contribute to, and is necessary for, the proper preservation, protection, interpretation, or management of a System unit, the Secretary may, following timely notice in writing to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate of the Secretary's intention to do so, and by publication of a revised boundary map or other description in the Federal Register—

(A) make minor changes to the boundary of the System unit, and amounts appropriated from the Fund shall be available for acquisition of any land, water, and interests in land or water added to the System unit by the boundary change subject to such statutory limitations, if any, on methods of acquisition and appropriations thereof as may be specifically applicable to the System unit; and

(B) acquire by donation, purchase with donated funds, transfer from any other Federal agency, or exchange, land, water, or interests in land or water adjacent to the System unit, except that in exercising the Secretary's authority under this subparagraph the Secretary—

(i) shall not alienate property administered as part of the System to acquire land by exchange;

(ii) shall not acquire property without the consent of the owner; and

(iii) may acquire property owned by a State or political subdivision of a State only by donation.

(2) Consultation.—Prior to making a determination under this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with the governing body of the county, city, town, or other jurisdiction or jurisdictions having primary taxing authority over the land or interest to be acquired as to the impacts of the proposed action.

(3) Action to advance local public awareness.—The Secretary shall take such steps as the Secretary considers appropriate to advance local public awareness of the proposed action.

(4) Administration of acquisitions.—Land, water, and interests in land or water acquired in accordance with this subsection shall be administered as part of the System unit to which they are added, subject to the laws and regulations applicable to the System unit.

(5) When authority applies.—For the purposes of paragraph (1)(A), in all cases except the case of technical boundary changes (resulting from such causes as survey error or changed road alignments), the authority of the Secretary under paragraph (1)(A) shall apply only if each of the following conditions is met:

(A) The sum of the total acreage of the land, water, and interests in land or water to be added to the System unit and the total acreage of the land, water, and interests in land or water to be deleted from the System unit is not more than 5 percent of the total Federal acreage authorized to be included in the System unit and is less than 200 acres.

(B) The acquisition, if any, is not a major Federal action significantly affecting the quality of the human environment, as determined by the Secretary.

(C) The sum of the total appraised value of the land, water, and interests in land or water to be added to the System unit and the total appraised value of the land, water, and interests in land or water to be deleted from the System unit does not exceed $750,000.

(D) The proposed boundary change is not an element of a more comprehensive boundary change proposal.

(E) The proposed boundary has been subject to a public review and comment period.

(F) The Director obtains written consent for the boundary change from all property owners whose land, water, or interests in land or water, or a portion of whose land, water, or interests in land or water, will be added to or deleted from the System unit by the boundary change.

(G) The land abuts other Federal land administered by the Director.

(6) Act of congress required.—Minor boundary changes involving only deletions of acreage owned by the Federal Government and administered by the Service may be made only by Act of Congress.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3100.)

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

100506(a)
16 U.S.C. 1a–12.
Pub. L. 101–628, title XII, §§1216, 1217, Nov. 28, 1990, 104 Stat. 4508.

100506(b)
16 U.S.C. 1a–13.

100506(c)
16 U.S.C. 460l–9(c).
Pub. L. 88–578, title I, §7(c), formerly §6(c), as added Pub. L. 95–42, §1(5), June 10, 1977, 91 Stat. 211; Pub. L. 96–203, §2(2), Mar. 10, 1980, 94 Stat. 81; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(p)(3), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4586; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(b), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4194; Pub. L. 106–176, title I, §§120(b), 129, Mar. 10, 2000, 114 Stat. 28, 30.

In subsection (a), before paragraph (1), the word "maintain" is substituted for "Within one year after November 28, 1990 . . . develop" to eliminate obsolete words. In paragraph (3), the reference to paragraph (c) in 16 U.S.C. 1a–12 is treated as a reference to 16 U.S.C. 1a–11(c) for clarity.

In subsection (b), before paragraph (1), the words "after November 28, 1990" are omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 101925 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter II / Section 101925: Commercial use authorizations
Commercial use authorizations
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—To the extent specified in this section, the Secretary, on request, may authorize a private person, corporation, or other entity to provide services to visitors to System units through a commercial use authorization. A commercial use authorization shall not be considered to be a concession contract under this subchapter and no other section of this subchapter shall be applicable to a commercial use authorization except where expressly stated.

(b) Criteria for Issuance of Commercial Use Authorizations.—

(1) Required determinations.—The authority of this section may be used only to authorize provision of services that the Secretary determines—

(A) will have minimal impact on resources and values of a System unit; and

(B) are consistent with the purpose for which the System unit was established and with all applicable management plans and Service policies and regulations.

(2) Elements of commercial use authorization.—The Secretary shall—

(A) require payment of a reasonable fee for issuance of a commercial use authorization, the fees to remain available without further appropriation to be used, at a minimum, to recover associated management and administrative costs;

(B) require that the provision of services under a commercial use authorization be accomplished in a manner consistent to the highest practicable degree with the preservation and conservation of System unit resources and values;

(C) take appropriate steps to limit the liability of the United States arising from the provision of services under a commercial use authorization;

(D) have no authority under this section to issue more commercial use authorizations than are consistent with the preservation and proper management of System unit resources and values; and

(E) shall establish other conditions for issuance of a commercial use authorization that the Secretary determines to be appropriate for the protection of visitors, provision of adequate and appropriate visitor services, and protection and proper management of System unit resources and values.

(c) Limitations.—Any commercial use authorization shall be limited to—

(1) commercial operations with annual gross receipts of not more than $25,000 resulting from services originating and provided solely within a System unit pursuant to the commercial use authorization;

(2) the incidental use of resources of the System unit by commercial operations that provide services originating and terminating outside the boundaries of the System unit; or

(3)(A) uses by organized children's camps, outdoor clubs, and nonprofit institutions (including back country use); and

(B) other uses, as the Secretary determines to be appropriate.

(d) Nonprofit Institutions.—Nonprofit institutions are not required to obtain commercial use authorizations unless taxable income is derived by the institution from the authorized use.

(e) Prohibition on Construction.—A commercial use authorization shall not provide for the construction of any structure, fixture, or improvement on federally-owned land within the boundaries of a System unit.

(f) Duration.—The term of any commercial use authorization shall not exceed 2 years. No preferential right of renewal or similar provisions for renewal shall be granted by the Secretary.

(g) Other Contracts.—A person, corporation, or other entity seeking or obtaining a commercial use authorization shall not be precluded from submitting a proposal for concession contracts.

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

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

101925
16 U.S.C. 5966.
Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §418, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3516.
54 U.S.C. § 100735 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter III / Section 100735: Civil actions for just compensation by mining claim holders
Civil actions for just compensation by mining claim holders
Status: in_force

The holder of any patented or unpatented mining claim subject to this subchapter that believes the holder has suffered a loss by operation of this subchapter, or by orders or regulations issued pursuant to this subchapter, may bring a civil action in United States district court to recover just compensation, which shall be awarded if the court finds that the loss constitutes a taking of property compensable under the Constitution.

(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)

100735
16 U.S.C. 1910.
Pub. L. 94–429, §11, Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1344; Pub. L. 98–620, title IV, §402(21), 98 Stat. 3358.
54 U.S.C. § 306101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3061 / Subchapter I / Section 306101: Assumption of responsibility for preservation of historic property
Assumption of responsibility for preservation of historic property
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—

(1) Agency head responsibility.—The head of each Federal agency shall assume responsibility for the preservation of historic property that is owned or controlled by the agency.

(2) Use of available historic property.—Prior to acquiring, constructing, or leasing a building for purposes of carrying out agency responsibilities, a Federal agency shall use, to the maximum extent feasible, historic property available to the agency, in accordance with Executive Order No. 13006 (40 U.S.C. 3306 note).

(3) Necessary preservation.—Each Federal agency shall undertake, consistent with the preservation of historic property, the mission of the agency, and the professional standards established pursuant to subsection (c), any preservation as may be necessary to carry out this chapter.

(b) Guidelines for Federal Agency Responsibility for Agency-Owned Historic Property.—In consultation with the Council, the Secretary shall promulgate guidelines for Federal agency responsibilities under this subchapter (except section 306108).

(c) Professional Standards for Preservation of Federally Owned or Controlled Historic Property.—The Secretary shall establish, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of Defense, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Administrator of General Services, professional standards for the preservation of historic property in Federal ownership or control.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3224.)

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

306101(a)
16 U.S.C. 470h–2(a)(1).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §110(a)(1), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §206, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2996; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4012(1), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4760; Pub. L. 106–208, §4, May 26, 2000, 114 Stat. 318.

306101(b)
16 U.S.C. 470a(g).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(g), (h), formerly §101(f), (g), 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(g), (h), Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4006(a)(1), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4758.

306101(c)
16 U.S.C. 470a(h).

In subsection (a)(3), the cross reference is treated as a cross reference to 16 U.S.C. 470a(h), restated as subsection (c) of this section, rather than 16 U.S.C. 470a(g), restated as subsection (b) of this section, to correct an error in the source provision.

In subsection (c), the words "Administrator of General Services" are substituted for "Administrator of the General Services Administration" to use the correct title of the Administrator.

Executive Documents

Ex. Ord. No. 13287. Preserve America

Ex. Ord. No. 13287, Mar. 3, 2003, 68 F.R. 10635, provided:

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the National Historic Preservation Act ([former] 16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.) [see 54 U.S.C. 300301 et seq.] (NHPA) and the National Environmental Policy Act [of 1969] (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), it is hereby ordered:

Section 1. Statement of Policy. It is the policy of the Federal Government to provide leadership in preserving America's heritage by actively advancing the protection, enhancement, and contemporary use of the historic properties owned by the Federal Government, and by promoting intergovernmental cooperation and partnerships for the preservation and use of historic properties. The Federal Government shall recognize and manage the historic properties in its ownership as assets that can support department and agency missions while contributing to the vitality and economic well-being of the Nation's communities and fostering a broader appreciation for the development of the United States and its underlying values. Where consistent with executive branch department and agency missions, governing law, applicable preservation standards, and where appropriate, executive branch departments and agencies ("agency" or "agencies") shall advance this policy through the protection and continued use of the historic properties owned by the Federal Government, and by pursuing partnerships with State and local governments, Indian tribes, and the private sector to promote the preservation of the unique cultural heritage of communities and of the Nation and to realize the economic benefit that these properties can provide. Agencies shall maximize efforts to integrate the policies, procedures, and practices of the NHPA and this order into their program activities in order to efficiently and effectively advance historic preservation objectives in the pursuit of their missions.

Sec. 2. Building Preservation Partnerships. When carrying out its mission activities, each agency, where consistent with its mission and governing authorities, and where appropriate, shall seek partnerships with State and local governments, Indian tribes, and the private sector to promote local economic development and vitality through the use of historic properties in a manner that contributes to the long-term preservation and productive use of those properties. Each agency shall examine its policies, procedures, and capabilities to ensure that its actions encourage, support, and foster public-private initiatives and investment in the use, reuse, and rehabilitation of historic properties, to the extent such support is not inconsistent with other provisions of law, the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Archeology and Historic Preservation, and essential national department and agency mission requirements.

Sec. 3. Improving Federal Agency Planning and Accountability. (a) Accurate information on the state of Federally owned historic properties is essential to achieving the goals of this order and to promoting community economic development through local partnerships. Each agency with real property management responsibilities shall prepare an assessment of the current status of its inventory of historic properties required by section 110(a)(2) of the NHPA ([former] 16 U.S.C. 470h–2(a)(2)) [see 54 U.S.C. 306102], the general condition and management needs of such properties, and the steps underway or planned to meet those management needs. The assessment shall also include an evaluation of the suitability of the agency's types of historic properties to contribute to community economic development initiatives, including heritage tourism, taking into account agency mission needs, public access considerations, and the long-term preservation of the historic properties. No later than September 30, 2004, each covered agency shall complete a report of the assessment and make it available to the Chairman of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (Council) and the Secretary of the Interior (Secretary).

(b) No later than September 30, 2004, each agency with real property management responsibilities shall review its regulations, management policies, and operating procedures for compliance with sections 110 and 111 of the NHPA [former] (16 U.S.C. 470h–2 & 470[h]–3 [see 54 U.S.C. 306101 to 306107, 306109 to 306114, 306121, 306122]) and make the results of its review available to the Council and the Secretary. If the agency determines that its regulations, management policies, and operating procedures are not in compliance with those authorities, the agency shall make amendments or revisions to bring them into compliance.

(c) Each agency with real property management responsibilities shall, by September 30, 2005, and every third year thereafter, prepare a report on its progress in identifying, protecting, and using historic properties in its ownership and make the report available to the Council and the Secretary. The Council shall incorporate this data into a report on the state of the Federal Government's historic properties and their contribution to local economic development and submit this report to the President by February 15, 2006, and every third year thereafter.

(d) Agencies may use existing information gathering and reporting systems to fulfill the assessment and reporting requirements of subsections 3(a)–(c) of this order. To assist agencies, the Council, in consultation with the Secretary, shall, by September 30, 2003, prepare advisory guidelines for agencies to use at their discretion.

(e) No later than June 30, 2003, the head of each agency shall designate a senior policy level official to have policy oversight responsibility for the agency's historic preservation program and notify the Council and the Secretary of the designation. This senior official shall be an assistant secretary, deputy assistant secretary, or the equivalent, as appropriate to the agency organization. This official, or a subordinate employee reporting directly to the official, shall serve as the agency's Federal Preservation Officer in accordance with section 110(c) of the NHPA [see 54 U.S.C. 306104]. The senior official shall ensure that the Federal Preservation Officer is qualified consistent with guidelines established by the Secretary for that position and has access to adequate expertise and support to carry out the duties of the position.

Sec. 4. Improving Federal Stewardship of Historic Properties. (a) Each agency shall ensure that the management of historic properties in its ownership is conducted in a manner that promotes the long-term preservation and use of those properties as Federal assets and, where consistent with agency missions, governing law, and the nature of the properties, contributes to the local community and its economy.

(b) Where consistent with agency missions and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Archeology and Historic Preservation, and where appropriate, agencies shall cooperate with communities to increase opportunities for public benefit from, and access to, Federally owned historic properties.

(c) The Council is directed to use its existing authority to encourage and accept donations of money, equipment, and other resources from public and private parties to assist other agencies in the preservation of historic properties in Federal ownership to fulfill the goals of the NHPA and this order.

(d) The National Park Service, working with the Council and in consultation with other agencies, shall make available existing materials and information for education, training, and awareness of historic property stewardship to ensure that all Federal personnel have access to information and can develop the skills necessary to continue the productive use of Federally owned historic properties while meeting their stewardship responsibilities.

(e) The Council, in consultation with the National Park Service and other agencies, shall encourage and recognize exceptional achievement by such agencies in meeting the goals of the NHPA and this order. By March 31, 2004, the Council shall submit to the President and the heads of agencies recommendations to further stimulate initiative, creativity, and efficiency in the Federal stewardship of historic properties.

Sec. 5. Promoting Preservation Through Heritage Tourism.

(a) To the extent permitted by law and within existing resources, the Secretary of Commerce, working with the Council and other agencies, shall assist States, Indian tribes, and local communities in promoting the use of historic properties for heritage tourism and related economic development in a manner that contributes to the long-term preservation and productive use of those properties. Such assistance shall include efforts to strengthen and improve heritage tourism activities throughout the country as they relate to Federally owned historic properties and significant natural assets on Federal lands.

(b) Where consistent with agency missions and governing law, and where appropriate, agencies shall use historic properties in their ownership in conjunction with State, tribal, and local tourism programs to foster viable economic partnerships, including, but not limited to, cooperation and coordination with tourism officials and others with interests in the properties.

Sec. 6. National and Homeland Security Considerations.

Nothing in this order shall be construed to require any agency to take any action or disclose any information that would conflict with or compromise national and homeland security goals, policies, programs, or activities.

Sec. 7. Definitions. For the purposes of this order, the term "historic property" means any prehistoric or historic district, site, building, structure, and object included on or eligible for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places in accordance with section 301(5) of the NHPA ([former] 16 U.S.C. 470w(5)) [see 54 U.S.C. 300308]. The term "heritage tourism" means the business and practice of attracting and accommodating visitors to a place or area based especially on the unique or special aspects of that locale's history, landscape (including trail systems), and culture. The terms "Federally owned" and "in Federal ownership," and similar terms, as used in this order, do not include properties acquired by agencies as a result of foreclosure or similar actions and that are held for a period of less than 5 years.

Sec. 8. Judicial Review. This order is intended only to improve the internal management of the Federal Government and it is not intended to, and does not, create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or equity by a party against the United States, its departments, agencies, instrumentalities or entities, its officers or employees, or any other person.

George W. Bush.
54 U.S.C. § 312504 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3125 / Section 312504: Progress reports by Secretary on surveys and work undertaken as result of surveys
Progress reports by Secretary on surveys and work undertaken as result of surveys
Status: in_force

(a) Progress Reports to Funding or Licensing Agency.—The Secretary shall keep the agency responsible for funding or licensing the project notified at all times of the progress of any survey made under this chapter or of any work undertaken as a result of a survey, in order that there will be as little disruption or delay as possible in the carrying out of the functions of the agency. The survey and recovery programs shall terminate at a time agreed on by the Secretary and the head of the agency unless extended by agreement.

(b) Disposition of Relics and Specimens.—The Secretary shall consult with any interested Federal and State agencies, educational and scientific organizations, private institutions, and qualified individuals, with a view to determining the ownership of, and the most appropriate repository for, any relics and specimens recovered as a result of any work performed as provided for in this section.

(c) Coordination of Activities.—The Secretary shall coordinate all Federal survey and recovery activities authorized under this chapter.

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

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

312504
16 U.S.C. 469a–3.
Pub. L. 86–523, §5, formerly §2(c), (e), June 27, 1960, 74 Stat. 220, renumbered as §5 and amended Pub. L. 93–291, §1(4), (6), (7), May 24, 1974, 88 Stat. 175; Pub. L. 96–205, title VI, §608(b)(1), Mar. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 92; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(d)(27), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4584; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(d)(2)(B), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4196.
54 U.S.C. § 100505 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1005 / Section 100505: Periodic review of System
Periodic review of System
Status: in_force

(a) Authority of Secretary To Conduct Review.—The Secretary shall conduct a systematic and comprehensive review of certain aspects of the System and on a periodic basis (but not less often than every 3 years) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate a report on the findings of the review, together with recommendations as the Secretary determines to be necessary.

(b) Consultation.—In conducting and preparing the report, the Secretary shall consult with appropriate officials of affected Federal, State, and local agencies and national, regional, and local organizations. The consultation shall include holding public hearings that the Secretary determines to be appropriate to provide a full opportunity for public comment.

(c) Contents of report.—The report shall contain the following:

(1) A comprehensive listing of all authorized but unacquired parcels of land within the exterior boundaries of each System unit as of November 28, 1990.

(2) A priority listing of all those unacquired parcels by System unit and for the System as a whole. The list shall describe the acreage and ownership of each parcel, the estimated cost of acquisition for each parcel (subject to any statutory acquisition limitations for the land), and the basis for the estimate.

(3) An analysis and evaluation of the current and future needs of each System unit for resource management, interpretation, construction, operation and maintenance, personnel, and housing, together with an estimate of the costs.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3099.)

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

100505(a)
16 U.S.C. 1a–9.
Pub. L. 101–628, title XII, §§1213–1215, Nov. 28, 1990, 104 Stat. 4507; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(d)(2), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4583.

100505(b)
16 U.S.C. 1a–10.

100505(c)
16 U.S.C. 1a–11.

In subsection (a), the text of 16 U.S.C. 1a–9 (last sentence) is omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 100721 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter II / Section 100721: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this subchapter:

(1) Damages.—The term "damages" includes—

(A) compensation for—

(i)(I) the cost of replacing, restoring, or acquiring the equivalent of a System unit resource; and

(II) the value of any significant loss of use of a System unit resource pending its restoration or replacement or the acquisition of an equivalent resource; or

(ii) the value of the System unit resource if the System unit resource cannot be replaced or restored; and

(B) the cost of a damage assessment under section 100723(b) of this title.

(2) Response costs.—The term "response costs" means the costs of actions taken by the Secretary to—

(A) prevent or minimize destruction or loss of or injury to a System unit resource;

(B) abate or minimize the imminent risk of the destruction, loss, or injury; or

(C) monitor ongoing effects of incidents causing the destruction, loss, or injury.

(3) System unit resource.—

(A) In general.—The term "System unit resource" means any living or non-living resource that is located within the boundaries of a System unit.

(B) Exclusion.—The term "System unit resource" does not include a resource owned by a non-Federal entity.

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

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

100721
16 U.S.C. 19jj.
Pub. L. 101–337, §1, July 27, 1990, 104 Stat. 379; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(h)(1), (2), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4199.

In this section, the text of 16 U.S.C. 19jj(a) is omitted as unnecessary. The text of 16 U.S.C. 19jj(e) is omitted because the term "regimen" is not used in the revised title. The text of 16 U.S.C. 19jj(g) is omitted because a marine or aquatic park system resource is a kind of park system resource.
54 U.S.C. § 101511 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1015 / Subchapter II / Section 101511: Authority of Secretary
Authority of Secretary
Status: in_force

(a) Roads and Trails in System Units.—The Secretary may construct, reconstruct, and improve roads and trails, including bridges, in System units.

(b) Approach Roads.—

(1) In general.—

(A) Designation.—When the Secretary determines it to be in the public interest, the Secretary may designate, as System unit approach roads, roads whose primary value is to carry System unit travel and that lead across land at least 90 percent owned by the Federal Government and that will connect the highways within a System unit with a convenient point on or leading to the National Highway System.

(B) Limit on length of approach roads.—

(i) In general.—A designated approach road shall not exceed—

(I) 60 miles in length between a System unit gateway and a point on or leading to the nearest convenient National Highway System road; or

(II) 30 miles in length if the approach road is on the National Highway System.

(ii) County limit.—Not to exceed 40 miles of any one approach road shall be designated in any one county.

(C) Supplementary part of system unit highway system.—An approach road designated for a System unit shall be treated as a supplementary part of the highway system of the System unit.

(2) Construction, reconstruction, and improvement.—

(A) In general.—The Secretary may construct, reconstruct, and improve approach roads designated under paragraph (1) (including bridges) and enter into agreements for the maintenance of the approach roads by State or county authorities or to maintain the approach roads when otherwise necessary.

(B) Annual allocation.—Not more than $1,500,000 shall be allocated annually for the construction, reconstruction, and improvement of System unit approach roads.

(3) Approval of secretary of agriculture required.—When an approach road is proposed under this section across or within any national forest, the Secretary shall secure the approval of the Secretary of Agriculture before construction begins.

(c) Agreement With Secretary of Transportation.—Under agreement with the Secretary, the Secretary of Transportation may carry out any provision of this section.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3130.)

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

101511(a)
16 U.S.C. 8.
Apr. 9, 1924, ch. 86, §1, 43 Stat. 90.

16 U.S.C. 8b (words after 6th comma and before semicolon, last proviso).
Apr. 9, 1924, ch. 86, §5, as added Jan. 31, 1931, ch. 79, 46 Stat. 1053.

101511(b)(1)
16 U.S.C. 8a.
Apr. 9, 1924, ch. 86, §§4, 6, as added Jan. 31, 1931, ch. 79, 46 Stat. 1053, 1054.

101511(b) (2)(A)
16 U.S.C. 8b (words before 6th comma, words after semicolon and before 1st proviso).

101511(b) (2)(B)
16 U.S.C. 8b (2d proviso).

101511(b)(3)
16 U.S.C. 8c.

101511(c)
16 U.S.C. 8b (1st proviso).

In subsection (a), the text of 16 U.S.C. 8b (last proviso) and the words "in the administration of the National Park Service" in 16 U.S.C. 8 are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (b)(1)(A), the words "at least 90 percent" are substituted for "wholly or to the extent of 90 per centum" to eliminate unnecessary words. The words "National Highway System" are substituted for "Federal 7 per centum highway system" to reflect the current name of the system. See 23:101(a)(16).

In subsection (b)(2)(A), the words "during the fiscal years 1950 and 1951" and the text of 16 U.S.C. 8b (words after semicolon and before 1st proviso) are omitted as obsolete.

In subsection (c), the words "Secretary of Transportation" are substituted for "Secretary of Commerce" because the functions of the Secretary of Agriculture relating to Public Roads Administration were transferred to the Federal Works Administrator by Reorganization Plan No. 1 of 1939 (5 App. U.S.C.) and subsequently to the Administrator of General Services by section 103 of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949 (ch. 288, 63 Stat. 380) and the Secretary of Commerce and Secretary of Transportation by Reorganization Plan No. 7 of 1949 (5 App. U.S.C.), as amended by section 2(b) of Public Law 97–449 (96 Stat. 2439).
54 U.S.C. § 320105 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3201 / Section 320105: Criminal penalties
Criminal penalties
Status: in_force

Criminal penalties for a violation of a regulation authorized by this chapter are provided by section 1866 of title 18.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3259.)

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

320105
no source.

The section is added for informational purposes.
54 U.S.C. § 308402 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3084 / Section 308402: African American Civil Rights Network
African American Civil Rights Network
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The Secretary shall establish, within the Service, a program to be known as the "African American Civil Rights Network".

(b) Duties of Secretary.—In carrying out the Network, the Secretary shall—

(1) review studies and reports to complement and not duplicate studies of the historical importance of the African American civil rights movement that may be underway or completed, such as the Civil Rights Framework Study;

(2) produce and disseminate appropriate educational materials relating to the African American civil rights movement, such as handbooks, maps, interpretive guides, or electronic information;

(3) enter into appropriate cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding to provide technical assistance under subsection (c); and

(4)(A) create and adopt an official, uniform symbol or device for the Network; and

(B) issue regulations for the use of the symbol or device adopted under subparagraph (A).

(c) Elements.—The Network shall encompass the following elements:

(1) All units and programs of the Service that are determined by the Secretary to relate to the African American civil rights movement during the period from 1939 through 1968.

(2) With the consent of the property owner, other Federal, State, local, and privately owned properties that—

(A) relate to the African American civil rights movement;

(B) have a verifiable connection to the African American civil rights movement; and

(C) are included in, or determined by the Secretary to be eligible for inclusion in, the National Register of Historic Places.

(3) Other governmental and nongovernmental facilities and programs of an educational, research, or interpretive nature that are directly related to the African American civil rights movement.

(Added Pub. L. 115–104, §3(a), Jan. 8, 2018, 131 Stat. 2261; amended Pub. L. 116–9, title II, §2407(a), Mar. 12, 2019, 133 Stat. 750.)

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2019—Pub. L. 116–9 substituted "African American Civil Rights Network" for "U.S. Civil Rights Network" in section catchline and subsec. (a).

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

References

Pub. L. 116–9, title II, §2407(c), Mar. 12, 2019, 133 Stat. 750, provided that: "Any reference in any law (other than in this section [amending this section and analyses preceding section 100101 and preceding section 308401 of this title]), regulation, document, record, map, or other paper of the United States to the 'U.S. Civil Rights Network' shall be considered to be a reference to the 'African American Civil Rights Network'."
54 U.S.C. § 102101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1021 / Section 102101: General provisions
General provisions
Status: in_force

(a) Limitation.—

(1) No lease or grant of a privilege that interferes with free access.—No natural curiosity, wonder, or object of interest shall be leased or granted to anyone on such terms as to interfere with free access by the public to any System unit.

(2) Exception for grazing livestock.—The Secretary, under such regulations and on such terms as the Secretary may prescribe, may grant the privilege to graze livestock within a System unit when, in the Secretary's judgment, the use is not detrimental to the primary purpose for which the System unit was created. This paragraph does not apply to Yellowstone National Park.

(b) Advertising and Competitive Bids Not Required.—The Secretary may grant privileges and enter into leases described in subsection (a), and enter into related contracts with responsible persons, firms, or corporations, without advertising and without securing competitive bids.

(c) Assignment or Transfer.—No contract, lease, or privilege described in subsection (a) or (b) that is entered into or granted shall be assigned or transferred by the grantee, lessee, or licensee without the prior written approval of the Secretary.

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

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

102101
16 U.S.C. 3 (last sentence).
Aug. 25, 1916, ch. 408, §3 (last sentence), 39 Stat. 535; Mar. 7, 1928, ch. 137, §1 (matter relating to section 3 of the Act of August 25, 1916, in 12th undesignated par. under heading "NATIONAL PARK SERVICE"), 45 Stat. 235; Pub. L. 85–434, May 29, 1958, 72 Stat. 152; Pub. L. 105–391, title IV, §415(b)(1), Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3515.

In subsection (a)(1), the word "rented" is omitted as included in "leases".

In subsections (b) and (c), the word "permit" is omitted for consistency because a permit is not mentioned earlier in the source provision.

In subsection (c), the word "lessee" is substituted for "permittees" for consistency in the section.
54 U.S.C. § 100801 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1008 / Section 100801: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter:

(1) Interpretation.—The term "interpretation"—

(A) means providing opportunities for people to form intellectual and emotional connections to gain awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the resources of the System; and

(B) may refer to the professional career field of Service employees, volunteers, and partners who interpret the resources of the System.

(2) Education.—The term "education" means enhancing public awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the resources of the System through learner-centered, place-based materials, programs, and activities that achieve specific learning objectives as identified in a curriculum.

(3) Related areas.—The term "related areas" means—

(A) national wild and scenic rivers and national trails;

(B) national heritage areas; and

(C) affiliated areas administered in connection with the System.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title III, §301(a), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1486.)
54 U.S.C. § 100102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1001 / Section 100102: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this title:

(1) Director.—The term "Director" means the Director of the National Park Service.

(2) National park system.—The term "National Park System" means the areas of land and water described in section 100501 of this title.

(3) Secretary.—The term "Secretary" means the Secretary of the Interior.

(4) Service.—The term "Service" means the National Park Service.

(5) System.—The term "System" means the National Park System.

(6) System unit.—The term "System unit" means one of the areas described in section 100501 of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3096.)

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

100102
no source.

The term "System unit" is added because various laws relating to the National Park Service apply to any area of land or water administered by the Secretary through the Service regardless of the terms used in those laws. See section 100501 of the revised title.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Definitions

Pub. L. 114–289, §2, Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1482, provided that: "In this Act [see Short Title of 2016 Amendment note set out under section 100101 of this title]:

"(1) Challenge fund.—The term 'Challenge Fund' means the National Park Centennial Challenge Fund established in title I [enacting chapter 1035 of this title and amending section 6804 of Title 16, Conservation].

"(2) Director.—The term 'Director' means the Director of the National Park Service.

"(3) Endowment.—The term 'Endowment' means the Second Century Endowment for the National Park Service established by title II [see Short Title of 2016 Amendment note set out under section 100101 of this title].

"(4) Secretary.—The term 'Secretary' means the Secretary of the Interior.

"(5) Signature project or program.—The term 'signature project or program' means any project or program identified by the Secretary as one that will help prepare the national parks for another century of conservation, preservation, and visitor enjoyment."
54 U.S.C. § 304105 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3041 / Section 304105: Administration
Administration
Status: in_force

(a) Executive Director.—There shall be an Executive Director of the Council who shall be appointed by the Chairman with the concurrence of the Council in the competitive service at a rate within the General Schedule, in the competitive service at a rate that may exceed the rate prescribed for the highest rate established for grade 15 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5, or in the Senior Executive Service under section 3393 of title 5. The Executive Director shall report directly to the Chairman and perform such functions and duties as the Chairman may prescribe.

(b) General Counsel and Appointment of Other Attorneys.—

(1) General counsel.—The Council shall have a General Counsel, who shall be appointed by the Executive Director. The General Counsel shall report directly to the Executive Director and serve as the Council's legal advisor.

(2) Appointment of other attorneys.—The Executive Director shall appoint other attorneys as may be necessary to—

(A) assist the General Counsel;

(B) represent the Council in court when appropriate, including enforcement of agreements with Federal agencies to which the Council is a party;

(C) assist the Department of Justice in handling litigation concerning the Council in court; and

(D) perform such other legal duties and functions as the Executive Director and the Council may direct.

(c) Appointment and Compensation of Officers and Employees.—The Executive Director of the Council may appoint and fix the compensation of officers and employees in the competitive service who are necessary to perform the functions of the Council at rates not to exceed that prescribed for the highest rate for grade 15 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5. The Executive Director, with the concurrence of the Chairman, may appoint and fix the compensation of not to exceed 5 employees in the competitive service at rates that exceed that prescribed for the highest rate established for grade 15 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5 or in the Senior Executive Service under section 3393 of title 5.

(d) Appointment and Compensation of Additional Personnel.—The Executive Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such additional personnel as may be necessary to carry out the Council's duties, without regard to the civil service laws and chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5.

(e) Expert and Consultant Services.—The Executive Director may procure expert and consultant services in accordance with section 3109 of title 5.

(f) Financial and Administrative Services.—

(1) Services to be provided by secretary, agency, or private entity.—Financial and administrative services (including those related to budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, personnel and procurement) shall be provided the Council by the Secretary or, at the discretion of the Council, another agency or private entity that reaches an agreement with the Council, for which payments shall be made in advance, or by reimbursement, from funds of the Council in such amounts as may be agreed on by the Chairman of the Council and the head of the agency or the authorized representative of the private entity that will provide the services.

(2) Federal agency regulations relating to collection apply.—When a Federal agency affords those services, the regulations of that agency under section 5514(b) of title 5 for the collection of indebtedness of personnel resulting from erroneous payments shall apply to the collection of erroneous payments made to or on behalf of a Council employee, and regulations of that agency under sections 1513(d) and 1514 of title 31 for the administrative control of funds shall apply to appropriations of the Council. The Council shall not be required to prescribe those regulations.

(g) Funds, Personnel, Facilities, and Services.—

(1) Provided by federal agency.—Any Federal agency may provide the Council, with or without reimbursement as may be agreed on by the Chairman and the agency, with such funds, personnel, facilities, and services under its jurisdiction and control as may be needed by the Council to carry out its duties, to the extent that the funds, personnel, facilities, and services are requested by the Council and are otherwise available for that purpose. Any funds provided to the Council pursuant to this subsection shall be obligated by the end of the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the funds are received by the Council.

(2) Obtaining additional property, facilities, and services and receiving donations of money.—To the extent of available appropriations, the Council may obtain by purchase, rental, donation, or otherwise additional property, facilities, and services as may be needed to carry out its duties and may receive donations of money for that purpose. The Executive Director may accept, hold, use, expend, and administer the property, facilities, services, and money for the purposes of this division.

(h) Rights, Benefits, and Privileges of Transferred Employees.—Any employee in the competitive service of the United States transferred to the Council under section 207 of the National Historic Preservation Act (Public Law 89–665) retains all the rights, benefits, and privileges pertaining to the competitive service held prior to the transfer.

(i) Exemption From Chapter 10 of Title 5.—The Council is exempt from chapter 10 of title 5.

(j) Provisions That Govern Operations of Council.—Subchapter II of chapter 5 and chapter 7 of title 5 shall govern the operations of the Council.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3211; Pub. L. 114–289, title V, §501(c)(3), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1490; Pub. L. 117–286, §4(a)(331), Dec. 27, 2022, 136 Stat. 4342.)

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

304105(a) through (g)
16 U.S.C. 470m.
Pub. L. 89–665, title II, §205, Oct. 15, 1966, 80 Stat. 919; Pub. L. 91–243, §1(g), May 9, 1970, 84 Stat. 204; Pub. L. 94–422, title II, §201(7), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1321; Pub. L. 96–515, title III, §301(i), Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2999; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title V, §509(c)(4), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4158; Pub. L. 106–176, title I, §109, Mar. 10, 2000, 114 Stat. 26; Pub. L. 109–453, §1(e), Dec. 22, 2006, 120 Stat. 3367.

304105(h)
16 U.S.C. 470p.
Pub. L. 89–665, title II, §§208, 209, as added Pub. L. 94–422, title II, §201(9), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1322.

304105(i), (j)
16 U.S.C. 470q.

In subsection (a), the words "at a rate within the Executive Schedule" are added to retain the ability to hire an Executive Director within the General Schedule. The words "in the competitive service at a rate that may exceed the rate prescribed for the highest rate established for grade 15 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5, or in the Senior Executive Service under section 3393 of title 5" are added for consistency with the intent of the source provision language as it existed in 1966, which included all Federal employees. The language is updated to reflect the existence of the Senior Executive Service and senior level employees above grade 15.

In subsection (c), the words "that exceed that prescribed for the highest rate established for grade 15 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5 or in the Senior Executive Service under section 3393 of title 5" are substituted for "not to exceed that now or hereafter prescribed for the highest rate of grade 15 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5" for consistency with the intent of the source provision language as it existed in 1966, which included all Federal employees. The language is updated to reflect the existence of the Senior Executive Service and senior level employees above grade 15.

In subsection (d), the words "chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5" are substituted for "the Classification Act of 1949" because of section 7(b) of the Act of September 6, 1966 (Public Law 89–554, 80 Stat. 631), the 1st section of which enacted Title 5, United States Code.

In subsection (f)(1), the word "Secretary" is substituted for "Department of the Interior" because of 43 U.S.C. 1451.

Editorial Notes

References in Text

Section 207 of the National Historic Preservation Act, referred to in subsec. (h), is section 207 of Pub. L. 89–665, as added Pub. L. 94–422, title II, §201(9), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1322, which related to transfer of personnel and property by Department of the Interior to Advisory Council on Historic Preservation and was classified to section 470o of Title 16, Conservation, prior to repeal by Pub. L. 113–287, §7, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3272.

Amendments

2022—Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 117–286 substituted "Chapter 10 of Title 5" for "Federal Advisory Committee Act" in heading and "chapter 10 of title 5." for "the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)." in text.

2016—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 114–289 substituted "report directly to the Chairman" for "report directly to the Council" and "duties as the Chairman may prescribe" for "duties as the Council may prescribe".
54 U.S.C. § 101304 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1013 / Subchapter I / Section 101304: Personal equipment and property
Personal equipment and property
Status: in_force

(a) Purchase of Personal Equipment and Supplies.—The Secretary may purchase personal equipment and supplies for employees of the Service and make deductions for the equipment and supplies from amounts appropriated for salary payments or otherwise due the employees.

(b) Lost, Damaged, or Destroyed Property.—The Secretary, in the administration of the Service, may reimburse employees and other owners of horses, vehicles, and other equipment lost, damaged, or destroyed while in the custody of the employee or the Department of the Interior, under authorization, contract, or loan, for necessary firefighting, trail, or other official business. Reimbursement shall be made from any available funds in the appropriation to which the hire of the equipment would be properly chargeable.

(c) Equipment Required To Be Furnished by Field Employees.—The Secretary may—

(1) require field employees of the Service to furnish horses, motor and other vehicles, and miscellaneous equipment necessary for the performance of their official work; and

(2) provide, at Federal Government expense, forage, care, and housing for animals, and housing or storage and fuel for vehicles and other equipment required to be furnished.

(d) Hire, Rental, and Purchase of Property.—The Secretary, under regulations the Secretary may prescribe, may authorize the hire, rental, or purchase of property from employees of the Service whenever it would promote the public interest to do so.

(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)

101304(a)
16 U.S.C. 17.
May 26, 1930, ch. 324, §§1, 7 to 9, 46 Stat. 381, 382.

101304(b)
16 U.S.C. 17f.

101304(c)
16 U.S.C. 17g.

101304(d)
16 U.S.C. 17h.
54 U.S.C. § 308103 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3081 / Section 308103: Battlefield acquisition grant program
Battlefield acquisition grant program
Status: in_force

(a) Eligible Site Defined.—In this section, the term "eligible site"—

(1) means a site that—

(A) is not within the exterior boundaries of a unit of the National Park System; and

(B) is identified in the Battlefield Reports as a battlefield; and

(2) excludes sites identified in the Battlefield Reports as associated historic sites.

(b) Establishment.—The Secretary shall establish a battlefield acquisition grant program under which the Secretary may provide grants to States, Tribes, local governments, and nonprofit organizations to pay the Federal share of the cost of acquiring interests in eligible sites for the preservation and protection of those eligible sites.

(c) Nonprofit Partners.—A State, Tribe, or local government may acquire an interest in an eligible site using a grant under this section in partnership with a nonprofit organization.

(d) Non-Federal Share.—The non-Federal share of the total cost of acquiring an interest in an eligible site under this section shall be not less than 50 percent.

(e) Limitation on Land Use.—An interest in an eligible site acquired under this section, including by States, Tribes, local governments, and nonprofit organizations, shall be subject to section 200305(f)(3) of this title.

(f) Authorization of Appropriations.—There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to provide grants under this section $18,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2020 through 2028.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3234; Pub. L. 113–76, div. G, title IV, §429, Jan. 17, 2014, 128 Stat. 345; Pub. L. 113–235, div. F, title IV, §421, Dec. 16, 2014, 128 Stat. 2449; Pub. L. 113–291, div. B, title XXX, §3050, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3799; Pub. L. 116–94, div. P, title VII, §702, Dec. 20, 2019, 133 Stat. 3195; Pub. L. 118–234, title I, §157(c), Jan. 4, 2025, 138 Stat. 2879.)

Amendment Not Shown in Text

This section was derived from section 469k–1(c)(1)(A) to (C), (2) to (6) of Title 16, Conservation, which was amended by Pub. L. 113–76, div. G, title IV, §429, Jan. 17, 2014, 128 Stat. 345; Pub. L. 113–235, div. F, title IV, §421, Dec. 16, 2014, 128 Stat. 2449; and Pub. L. 113–291, div. B, title XXX, §3050, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3799. For applicability of those amendments 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.

Subsec. (c)(6) of former section 469k–1 of Title 16 [restated in subsec. (f) of this section] was amended by Pub. L. 113–76 by striking "2013" and inserting "2014" and by Pub. L. 113–235 by striking "2014" and inserting "2021".

Subsec. (c) of former section 469k–1 of Title 16 was amended by Pub. L. 113–291 as follows:

(1) In paragraph (1)—

(A) by striking subparagraph (A) [restated in subsec. (a)(2) of this section] and inserting the following:

"(A) BATTLEFIELD REPORT.—The term 'battlefield report' means, collectively—

"(i) the report entitled 'Report on the Nation's Civil War Battlefields', prepared by the Civil War Sites Advisory Commission, and dated July 1993; and

"(ii) the report entitled 'Report to Congress on the Historic Preservation of Revolutionary War and War of 1812 Sites in the United States', prepared by the National Park Service, and dated September 2007."; and

(B) in subparagraph (C)(ii) [restated in subsec. (a)(2) of this section], by striking "Battlefield Report" and inserting "battlefield report";

(2) In paragraph (2) [restated in subsec. (b) of this section], by inserting "eligible sites or" after "acquiring";

(3) In paragraph (3) [restated in subsec. (c) of this section], by inserting "an eligible site or" after "acquire";

(4) In paragraph (4) [restated as subsec. (d) of this section], by inserting "an eligible site or" after "acquiring";

(5) In paragraph (5) [restated as subsec. (e) of this section], by striking "An" and inserting "An eligible site or an";

(6) By redesignating paragraph (6) [restated as subsec. (f) of this section] as paragraph (9);

(7) By inserting after paragraph (5) [restated as subsec. (e) of this section] the following new paragraphs:

"(6) WILLING SELLERS.—Acquisition of land or interests in land under this subsection shall be from willing sellers only.

"(7) REPORT.—Not later than 5 years after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the activities carried out under this subsection, including a description of—

"(A) preservation activities carried out at the battlefields and associated sites identified in the battlefield report during the period between publication of the battlefield report and the report required under this paragraph;

"(B) changes in the condition of the battlefields and associated sites during that period; and

"(C) any other relevant developments relating to the battlefields and associated sites during that period.

"(8) PROHIBITION ON LOBBYING.—None of the funds provided pursuant to this section shall be used in any way, directly or indirectly, to influence congressional action on any legislation or appropriation matters pending before Congress."; and

(8) In paragraph (9) [restated as subsec. (f) of this section] (as redesignated), by striking "2014" and inserting "2021".

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

308103(a)
16 U.S.C. 469k–1(c)(1)(A), (C).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle D, §7301(c)(1)(A) through (C), (2) through (6), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1213.

308103(b)
16 U.S.C. 469k–1(c)(1)(B), (2).

308103(c)
16 U.S.C. 469k–1(c)(1)(B), (3).

308103(d) through (f)
16 U.S.C. 469k–1(c)(4) through (6).

In subsection (f), reference to fiscal years 2009 to 2011 is omitted as obsolete.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2025—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 118–234, §157(c)(1), amended subsec. (a) generally. Prior to amendment, subsec. (a) defined "eligible site".

Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 118–234, §157(c)(2), substituted "States, Tribes, local governments, and nonprofit organizations" for "State and local governments".

Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 118–234, §157(c)(3), substituted "State, Tribe, or local government" for "State or local government".

Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 118–234, §157(c)(4), substituted "under this section, including by States, Tribes, local governments, and nonprofit organizations," for "under this section".

2019—Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 116–94 substituted "$18,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2020 through 2028" for "$10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2012 and 2013".
54 U.S.C. § 101521 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1015 / Subchapter III / Section 101521: Transportation service and facility programs
Transportation service and facility programs
Status: in_force

(a) Formulation of Plans and Implementation of Projects.—The Secretary may formulate transportation plans and implement transportation projects where feasible pursuant to those plans for System units.

(b) Contracts, Operations, and Acquisitions for Improvement of Access to System Units.—

(1) Authority of secretary.—To carry out subsection (a), the Secretary may—

(A) contract with public or private agencies or carriers to provide transportation services, capital equipment, or facilities to improve access to System units;

(B) operate those services directly in the absence of suitable and adequate agencies or carriers;

(C) acquire, by purchase, lease, or agreement, capital equipment for those services; and

(D) where necessary to carry out this subchapter, acquire, by lease, purchase, donation, exchange, or transfer, land, water, or an interest in land or water that is situated outside the boundary of a System unit.

(2) Specific provisions related to property acquisition.—

(A) Administration.—The acquired property shall be administered as part of the System unit.

(B) Acquistion 1 of land or interests in land owned by state or political subdivision.—Any land or interests in land owned by a State or any of its political subdivisions may be acquired only by donation.

(C) Acquisition subject to statutory limitations.—Any land acquisition shall be subject to any statutory limitations on methods of acquisition and appropriations as may be specifically applicable to the area.

(c) Establishment of Information Programs.—The Secretary shall establish information programs to inform the public of available System unit access opportunities and to promote the use of transportation modes other than personal motor vehicles for access to and travel within the System units.

(d) Undertaking Transportation Facilities and Services.—Transportation facilities and services provided pursuant to this subchapter may be undertaken by the Secretary directly or by contract without regard to any requirement of Federal, State, or local law respecting determinations of public convenience and necessity or other similar matters. The Secretary or contractor shall consult with the appropriate State or local public service commission or other body having authority to issue certificates of convenience and necessity. A contractor shall be subject to applicable requirements of that body unless the Secretary determines that the requirements would not be consistent with the purposes and provisions of this subchapter.

(e) Construction of Grant of Authority Respecting Operation of Motor Vehicles Excepted From Statutory Coverage.—No grant of authority in this subchapter shall be deemed to expand the exemption of section 13506(a)(9) of title 49.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3132.)

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

101521
16 U.S.C. 2302.
Pub. L. 95–344, title III, §302, Aug. 15, 1978, 92 Stat. 478; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(d)(18), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4584; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(d)(1)(A), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4195.

The text of 16 U.S.C. 2302(d) is omitted as superseded by 16 U.S.C. 5981, restated as section 101531 of the new title.

In subsection (d), the words "shall not be considered as concession facilities or services within the meaning of the Act of October 9, 1965 (79 Stat. 969)" are omitted as obsolete because that 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 (e), the words "section 13506(a)(9)" are substituted for "section 10526(a)(9)" because of the general amendment of subtitle IV of title 49 by the ICC Termination Act of 1995 (Public Law 104–88, 109 Stat. 802), in which provisions comparable to section 10526(a)(9) were enacted as section 13506(a)(9) (109 Stat. 862). The words "section 10526(a)(9)" previously had been substituted for "section 203(b)(4) of the Interstate Commerce Act (49 U.S.C. 303(b)(4))" because of section 3(b) of the Act of October 17, 1978 (Public Law 95–473, 92 Stat, 1466), the 1st section of which enacted subtitle IV of title 49.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Congressional Statement of Purpose

Pub. L. 95–344, title III, §301(b), Aug. 15, 1978, 92 Stat. 478, provided that "The purpose of this title [see Tables for classification] is to make the National Park System more accessible in a manner consistent with the preservation of parks and the conservation of energy by encouraging the use of transportation modes other than personal motor vehicles for access to and within units of the National Park System with minimum disruption to nearby communities through authorization of a pilot transportation program."

1 So in original. Probably should be "Acquisition".
54 U.S.C. § 312508 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3125 / Section 312508: Costs for identification, surveys, evaluation, and data recovery with respect to historic property
Costs for identification, surveys, evaluation, and data recovery with respect to historic property
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding section 312507(a) of this title or any other provision of law—

(1) identification, surveys, and evaluation carried out with respect to historic property within project areas may be treated for purposes of any law or rule of law as planning costs of the project and not as costs of mitigation;

(2) reasonable costs for identification, surveys, evaluation, and data recovery carried out with respect to historic property within project areas may be charged to Federal licensees and permittees as a condition to the issuance of the license or permit; and

(3) Federal agencies, with the concurrence of the Secretary and after notification of the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate, may waive, in appropriate cases, the 1 percent limitation under section 312507(a) of this title.

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

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

312508
16 U.S.C. 469c–2.
 Pub. L. 96–515, title II, §208, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 2997; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(d)(28), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4584.
54 U.S.C. § 300309 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3003 / Section 300309: Indian tribe
Indian tribe
Status: in_force

In this division, the term "Indian tribe" means an Indian tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including a Native village, Regional Corporation or Village Corporation (as those terms are defined in section 3 of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (43 U.S.C. 1602)), that is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians.

(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)

300309
16 U.S.C. 470w(4).
Pub. L. 89–665, title III, §301(4), as added Pub. L. 96–515, title V, §501, Dec. 12, 1980, 94 Stat. 3001; Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4019(a)(3), Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4763.
54 U.S.C. § 308302 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3083 / Section 308302: Program
Program
Status: in_force

(a) Establishment; Responsibilities of Secretary.—The Secretary shall establish in the Service the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. Under the national network, the Secretary shall—

(1) produce and disseminate appropriate educational materials, such as handbooks, maps, interpretive guides, or electronic information;

(2) enter into appropriate cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding to provide technical assistance under subsection (c); and

(3) create and adopt an official, uniform symbol or device for the national network and issue regulations for its use.

(b) Elements.—The national network shall encompass the following elements:

(1) All System units and programs of the Service determined by the Secretary to pertain to the Underground Railroad.

(2) Other Federal, State, local, and privately owned properties pertaining to the Underground Railroad that have a verifiable connection to the Underground Railroad and that are included on, or determined by the Secretary to be eligible for inclusion on, the National Register of Historic Places.

(3) Other governmental and nongovernmental facilities and programs of an educational, research, or interpretive nature that are directly related to the Underground Railroad.

(c) Cooperative Agreements and Memoranda of Understanding.—To achieve the purposes of this chapter and to ensure effective coordination of the Federal and non-Federal elements of the national network with System units and programs of the Service, the Secretary may enter into cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding with, and provide technical assistance—

(1) to the heads of other Federal agencies, States, localities, regional governmental bodies, and private entities; and

(2) in cooperation with the Secretary of State, to the governments of Canada, Mexico, and any appropriate country in the Caribbean.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3234.)

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

308302
16 U.S.C. 469l–1.
Pub. L. 105–203, §3, July 21, 1998, 112 Stat. 679; Pub. L. 110–229, title III, subtitle G, §361(a)(1), May 8, 2008, 122 Stat. 801.

In subsection (a), the words "a program to be known as" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "national network" are substituted for "program" because of the definition of "national network" in section 308301 of this title and for consistency with subsections (b) and (c).
54 U.S.C. § 102503 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1025 / Section 102503: Authority of Secretary
Authority of Secretary
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—Notwithstanding other provisions or limitations of law, the Secretary may perform the functions described in this section in the manner that the Secretary considers to be in the public interest.

(b) Donations and Bequests.—The Secretary may accept donations and bequests of money or other personal property, and hold, use, expend, and administer the money or other personal property for purposes of this chapter.

(c) Purchases.—The Secretary may purchase museum objects and other personal property at prices that the Secretary considers to be reasonable.

(d) Exchanges.—The Secretary may make exchanges by accepting museum objects and other personal property and by granting in exchange for the museum objects or other personal property museum property under the administrative jurisdiction of the Secretary that no longer is needed or that may be held in duplicate among the museum properties administered by the Secretary. Exchanges shall be consummated on a basis that the Secretary considers to be equitable and in the public interest.

(e) Acceptance of Loans of Property.—The Secretary may accept the loan of museum objects and other personal property and pay transportation costs incidental to the museum objects or other personal property. Loans shall be accepted on terms and conditions that the Secretary considers necessary.

(f) Loans of Property.—The Secretary may loan to responsible public or private organizations, institutions, or agencies, without cost to the United States, such museum objects and other personal property as the Secretary shall consider advisable. Loans shall be made on terms and conditions that the Secretary considers necessary to protect the public interest in those properties.

(g) Transfer of Museum Objects.—The Secretary may transfer museum objects that the Secretary determines are no longer needed for museum purposes to qualified Federal agencies, including the Smithsonian Institution, that have programs to preserve and interpret cultural or natural heritage, and accept the transfer of museum objects for the purposes of this chapter from any other Federal agency, without reimbursement. The head of any other Federal agency may transfer, without reimbursement, museum objects directly to the administrative jurisdiction of the Secretary for the purpose of this chapter.

(h) Conveyance of Museum Objects.—The Secretary may convey museum objects that the Secretary determines are no longer needed for museum purposes, without monetary consideration but subject to such terms and conditions as the Secretary considers necessary, to private institutions exempt from Federal taxation under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)) and to non-Federal governmental entities if the Secretary determines that the recipient is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of natural or cultural heritage and is qualified to manage the property, prior to any conveyance under this subsection and subsection (g).

(i) Destruction of Museum Objects.—The Secretary may destroy or cause to be destroyed museum objects that the Secretary determines to have no scientific, cultural, historic, educational, esthetic, or monetary value.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3158.)

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

102503(a) through (f)
16 U.S.C. 18f (less 1st sentence).
July 1, 1955, ch. 259, §1 (less 1st sentence), 69 Stat. 242; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §804(a)(1), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4187.

102503(g) through (i)
16 U.S.C. 18f–2(a).
July 1, 1955, ch. 259, §2(a), as added Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §804(a)(2), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4187.
54 U.S.C. § 308101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3081 / Section 308101: Definitions
Definitions
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) Secretary.—The term "Secretary" means the Secretary, acting through the American Battlefield Protection Program.

(2) Battlefield reports.—The term "Battlefield Reports" means, collectively—

(A) the document entitled "Report on the Nation's Civil War Battlefields", prepared by the Civil War Sites Advisory Commission, and dated July 1993; and

(B) the document entitled "Report to Congress on the Historic Preservation of Revolutionary War and War of 1812 Sites in the United States", prepared by the National Park Service, and dated September 2007.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3233; Pub. L. 118–234, title I, §157(a), Jan. 4, 2025, 138 Stat. 2878.)

Historical and Revision Notes

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

308101
16 U.S.C. 469k–1(c)(1)(D).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle D, §7301(c)(1)(D), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1213.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2025—Pub. L. 118–234 amended section generally. Prior to amendment, section defined "Secretary".

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Purpose

Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, §7301(a), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1213, provided that: "The purpose of this section [enacting former section 469k–1 of Title 16, Conservation] is to assist citizens, public and private institutions, and governments at all levels in planning, interpreting, and protecting sites where historic battles were fought on American soil during the armed conflicts that shaped the growth and development of the United States, in order that present and future generations may learn and gain inspiration from the ground where Americans made their ultimate sacrifice."
54 U.S.C. § 308903 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3089 / Section 308903: Grants
Grants
Status: in_force

(a) Determination of Grants.—Of the amounts made available for grants under section 308905 of this title, not less than 50 percent shall be made available for grants for projects to preserve collections and historic property, to be distributed through a competitive grant process administered by the Secretary, subject to the selection criteria established under subsection (d).

(b) Application for Grants.—To be considered for a grant under the program an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary an application containing such information as the Secretary may require.

(c) Collections and Historic Property Eligible for Grants.—

(1) In general.—A collection or historic property shall be provided a grant under the program only if the Secretary determines that the collection or historic property is—

(A) nationally significant; and

(B) threatened or endangered.

(2) Eligible collections.—A determination by the Secretary regarding the national significance of a collection under paragraph (1)(A) shall be made in consultation with the organizations described in section 308902(b) of this title, as appropriate.

(3) Eligible historic property.—To be eligible for a grant under the program, a historic property shall, as of the date of the grant application—

(A) be listed on the National Register of Historic Places at the national level of significance; or

(B) be designated as a National Historic Landmark.

(d) Selection Criteria.—

(1) In general.—The Secretary shall not provide a grant under this chapter to a project for a collection or historic property unless the project—

(A) eliminates or substantially mitigates the threat of destruction or deterioration of the collection or historic property;

(B) has a clear public benefit; and

(C) is able to be completed on schedule and within the budget described in the grant application.

(2) Preference.—In providing grants under this chapter, the Secretary may give preference to projects that carry out the purposes of both the program and the Preserve America Program.

(3) Limitation.—In providing grants under this chapter, the Secretary shall provide only one grant to each project selected for a grant.

(e) Consultation and Notification by Secretary.—

(1) Consultation.—

(A) In general.—Subject to subparagraph (B), the Secretary shall consult with the organizations described in section 308902(b) of this title in preparing the list of projects to be provided grants for a fiscal year under the program.

(B) Limitation.—If an organization described in section 308902(b) of this title has submitted an application for a grant under the program, the organization shall be recused by the Secretary from the consultation requirements under subparagraph (A) and section 308902(b) of this title.

(2) Notification.—Not later than 30 days before the date on which the Secretary provides grants for a fiscal year under the program, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources and Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives a list of any eligible projects that are to be provided grants under the program for the fiscal year.

(f) Cost-Sharing Requirement.—

(1) In general.—The non-Federal share of the cost of carrying out a project provided a grant under this chapter shall be not less than 50 percent of the total cost of the project.

(2) Form of non-federal share.—The non-Federal share required under paragraph (1) shall be in the form of—

(A) cash; or

(B) donated supplies or related services, the value of which shall be determined by the Secretary.

(3) Requirement.—The Secretary shall ensure that each applicant for a grant has the capacity and a feasible plan for securing the non-Federal share for an eligible project required under paragraph (1) before a grant is provided to the eligible project under the program.

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

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

308903
16 U.S.C. 469o(c)(2) through (7).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle D, §7303(c)(2) through (7), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1217.

In subsections (b) and (c), the word "competitive" is omitted for consistency in the chapter.

In subsection (e)(1)(A), the words "by the Secretary" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (e)(1)(B), the word "organization" is substituted for "entity" for consistency.
54 U.S.C. § 102504 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1025 / Section 102504: Review and approval
Review and approval
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall ensure that museum objects are treated in a careful and deliberate manner that protects the public interest. Prior to taking any action under subsection (g), (h), or (i) of section 102503 of this title, the Secretary shall establish a systematic review and approval process, including consultation with appropriate experts, that meets the highest standards of the museum profession for all actions taken under those subsections.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3159.)

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

102504
16 U.S.C. 18f–2(b).
July 1, 1955, ch. 259, §(2)(b), as added Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §804(a)(2), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4188.
54 U.S.C. § 200402 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2004 / Section 200402: National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund
National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund
Status: in_force

(a) Establishment.—There is established in the Treasury of the United States a fund to be known as the "National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund".

(b) Deposits.—

(1) In general.—Except as provided in paragraph (2), for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2025, there shall be deposited in the Fund an amount equal to 50 percent of all energy development revenues due and payable to the United States from oil, gas, coal, or alternative or renewable energy development on Federal land and water credited, covered, or deposited as miscellaneous receipts under Federal law in the preceding fiscal year.

(2) Maximum amount.—The amount deposited in the Fund under paragraph (1) shall not exceed $1,900,000,000 for any fiscal year.

(3) Effect on other revenues.—Nothing in this section affects the disposition of revenues that—

(A) are due to the United States, special funds, trust funds, or States from mineral and energy development on Federal land and water; or

(B) have been otherwise appropriated—

(i) under Federal law, including—

(I) the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 (43 U.S.C. 1331 note; Public Law 109–432); and

(II) the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 181 et seq.); or

(ii) from—

(I) the Land and Water Conservation Fund established under chapter 2003; or

(II) the Historic Preservation Fund established under chapter 3031.

(c) Availability of Funds.—Amounts deposited in the Fund shall be available to the Secretary and the Secretary of Agriculture, as provided in subsection (e), without further appropriation or fiscal year limitation.

(d) Investment of Amounts.—

(1) In general.—The Secretary may request the Secretary of the Treasury to invest any portion of the Fund that is not, as determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, required to meet the current needs of the Fund.

(2) Requirement.—An investment requested under paragraph (1) shall be made by the Secretary of the Treasury in a public debt security—

(A) with a maturity suitable to the needs of the Fund, as determined by the Secretary; and

(B) bearing interest at a rate determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, taking into consideration current market yields on outstanding marketable obligations of the United States of comparable maturity.

(3) Credits to fund.—The income on investments of the Fund under this subsection shall be credited to, and form a part of, the Fund.

(e) Use of Funds.—

(1) In general.—Amounts deposited in the Fund for each fiscal year shall be used for priority deferred maintenance projects in the System, in the National Wildlife Refuge System, on public land administered by the Bureau of Land Management, for the Bureau of Indian Education schools, and in the National Forest System, as follows:

(A) 70 percent of the amounts deposited in the Fund for each fiscal year shall be allocated to the Service.

(B) 15 percent of the amounts deposited in the Fund for each fiscal year shall be allocated to the Forest Service.

(C) 5 percent of the amounts deposited in the Fund for each fiscal year shall be allocated to the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.

(D) 5 percent of the amounts deposited in the Fund for each fiscal year shall be allocated to the Bureau of Land Management.

(E) 5 percent of the amounts deposited in the Fund for each fiscal year shall be allocated to the Bureau of Indian Education.

(2) Limitations.—

(A) Non-transportation projects.—Over the term of the Fund, within each covered agency, not less than 65 percent of amounts from the Fund shall be allocated for non-transportation projects.

(B) Transportation projects.—The amounts remaining in the Fund after the allocations required under subparagraph (A) may be allocated for transportation projects of the covered agencies, including paved and unpaved roads, bridges, tunnels, and paved parking areas.

(C) Plan.—Any priority deferred maintenance project funded under this section shall be consistent with an applicable transportation, deferred maintenance, or capital improvement plan developed by the applicable covered agency.

(f) Prohibited Use of Funds.—No amounts in the Fund shall be used—

(1) for land acquisition;

(2) to supplant discretionary funding made available for annually recurring facility operations, maintenance, and construction needs; or

(3) for bonuses for employees of the Federal Government that are carrying out this section.

(g) Submission of Priority List of Projects to Congress.—Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary and the Secretary of Agriculture shall submit to the Committees on Energy and Natural Resources and Appropriations of the Senate and the Committees on Natural Resources and Appropriations of the House of Representatives a list of projects to be funded for fiscal year 2021 that—

(1) are identified by the Secretary and the Secretary of Agriculture as priority deferred maintenance projects; and

(2) as of the date of the submission of the list, are ready to be implemented.

(h) Submission of Annual List of Projects to Congress.—Until the date on which all of the amounts in the Fund are expended, the President shall annually submit to Congress, together with the annual budget of the United States, a list of projects to be funded from the Fund that includes a detailed description of each project, including the estimated expenditures from the Fund for the project for the applicable fiscal year.

(i) Alternate Allocation.—

(1) In general.—Appropriations Acts may provide for alternate allocation of amounts made available under this section, consistent with the allocations to covered agencies under subsection (e)(1).

(2) Allocation by president.—

(A) No alternate allocations.—If Congress has not enacted legislation establishing alternate allocations by the date on which the Act making full-year appropriations for the Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies for the applicable fiscal year is enacted into law, amounts made available under subsection (c) shall be allocated by the President.

(B) Insufficient alternate allocation.—If Congress enacts legislation establishing alternate allocations for amounts made available under subsection (c) that are less than the full amount appropriated under that subsection, the difference between the amount appropriated and the alternate allocation shall be allocated by the President.

(j) Public Donations.—

(1) In general.—The Secretary and the Secretary of Agriculture may accept public cash or in-kind donations that advance efforts—

(A) to reduce the deferred maintenance backlog; and

(B) to encourage relevant public-private partnerships.

(2) Credits to fund.—Any cash donations accepted under paragraph (1) shall be—

(A) credited to, and form a part of, the Fund; and

(B) allocated to the covered agency for which the donation was made.

(3) Other allocations.—Any donations allocated to a covered agency under paragraph (2)(B) shall be allocated to the applicable covered agency independently of the allocations under subsection (e)(1).

(k) Required Consideration for Accessibility.—In expending amounts from the Fund, the Secretary and the Secretary of Agriculture shall incorporate measures to improve the accessibility of assets and accommodate visitors and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

(Added Pub. L. 116–152, §2(a), Aug. 4, 2020, 134 Stat. 683.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006, referred to in subsec. (b)(3)(B)(i)(I), is title I of div. C of Pub. L. 109–432, Dec. 20, 2006, 120 Stat. 3000, which is set out as a note under section 1331 of Title 43, Public Lands.

The Mineral Leasing Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(3)(B)(i)(II), is act Feb. 25, 1920, ch. 85, 41 Stat. 437, which is classified generally to chapter 3A (§181 et seq.) of Title 30, Mineral Lands and Mining. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 181 of Title 30 and Tables.

The date of enactment of this section, referred to in subsec. (g), is the date of enactment of Pub. L. 116–152, which was approved Aug. 4, 2020.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Allocation of Funds

For certain requirements regarding allocation of funds pursuant to subsec. (c) of this section and as provided in subsec. (e) of this section, see section 430(a)–(c) of div. E of Pub. L. 118–42, set out as a note under section 200303 of this title.
54 U.S.C. § 104903 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1049 / Section 104903: Care, removal, and burial of indigents
Care, removal, and burial of indigents
Status: in_force

The Secretary may provide, out of amounts appropriated for the general expenses of System units, for the temporary care and removal from a System unit of indigents, and in case of death to provide for their burial in System units not under local jurisdiction for these purposes. This section does not authorize transportation of indigents or deceased for a distance of more than 50 miles from the System unit.

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

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104903
16 U.S.C. 17e.
May 26, 1930, ch. 324, §6, 46 Stat. 382.
54 U.S.C. § 200508 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2005 / Section 200508: Coordination of program
Coordination of program
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall—

(1) coordinate the urban park and recreation recovery program with the total urban recovery effort and cooperate to the fullest extent possible with other Federal agencies and with State agencies that administer programs and policies affecting urban areas, including programs in housing, urban development, natural resources management, employment, transportation, community services, and voluntary action;

(2) encourage maximum coordination of the program between State agencies and local applicants; and

(3) require that local applicants include provisions for participation of community and neighborhood residents and for public-private coordination in recovery planning and project selection.

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

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

200508
16 U.S.C. 2510.
Pub. L. 95–625, title X, §1011, Nov. 10, 1978, 92 Stat. 3543.

In subsection (a)(1), the word "departments" is omitted as being included in "agency".
54 U.S.C. § 312301 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3123 / Section 312301: Definition
Definition
Status: in_force

In this chapter, the term "Commission" means the Commission for the Preservation of America's Heritage Abroad established under section 312303 of this title.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3252.)

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

312301
no source.
54 U.S.C. § 200310 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 2003 / Section 200310: Transfers to and from Fund
Transfers to and from Fund
Status: in_force

(a) Motorboat Fuel Taxes.—There shall be set aside in the Fund the amounts specified in section 9503(c)(3)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 9503(c)(3)(B)).

(b) Refunds of Taxes.—There shall be paid from time to time from the Fund into the general fund of the Treasury amounts estimated by the Secretary of the Treasury as equivalent to—

(1) the amounts paid before October 1, 2029, under section 6421 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 6421) with respect to gasoline used after December 31, 1964, in motorboats, on the basis of claims filed for periods ending before October 1, 2028; and

(2) 80 percent of the floor stocks refunds made before October 1, 2029, under section 6412(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 6412(a)(1)) with respect to gasoline to be used in motorboats.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3179; Pub. L. 114–94, div. C, title XXXI, §31102(e)(2)(B), Dec. 4, 2015, 129 Stat. 1728; Pub. L. 117–58, div. H, title I, §80102(e)(2)(B), Nov. 15, 2021, 135 Stat. 1328.)

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

200310
16 U.S.C. 460l–11.
Pub. L. 88–578, title II, §201, Sept. 3, 1964, 78 Stat. 904; Pub. L. 91–605, title III, §302, Dec. 31, 1970, 84 Stat. 1743; Pub. L. 94–273, §3(4), Apr. 21, 1976, 90 Stat. 376; Pub. L. 94–280, title III, §302, May 5, 1976, 90 Stat. 456; Pub. L. 95–599, title V, §503(b), Nov. 6, 1978, 92 Stat. 2757; Pub. L. 97–424, title V, §531(c), Jan. 6, 1983, 96 Stat. 2191; Pub. L. 99–514, §2, title XVIII, §1875(e), Oct. 22, 1986, 100 Stat. 2095, 2897; Pub. L. 100–17, title V, §503(c), Apr. 2, 1987, 101 Stat. 258; Pub. L. 101–508, title XI, §11211(g)(2), Nov. 5, 1990, 104 Stat. 1388–427; Pub. L. 102–240, title VIII, §8002(d)(2)(B), Dec. 18, 1991, 105 Stat. 2204; Pub. L. 105–178, title IX, §9002(c)(2)(B), June 9, 1998, 112 Stat. 500; Pub. L. 109–59, title XI, §11101(c)(2)(B), Aug. 10, 2005, 119 Stat. 1944; Pub. L. 112–30, title I, §142(e)(2)(B), Sept. 16, 2011, 125 Stat. 356; Pub. L. 112–102, title IV, §402(e)(2)(B), Mar. 30, 2012, 126 Stat. 282; Pub. L. 112–140, title IV, §402(d)(2)(B), June 29, 2012, 126 Stat. 403; Pub. L. 112–141, div. D, title I, §40102(e)(2)(B), July 6, 2012, 126 Stat. 845.

In subsection (a), the words "(relating to special motor fuels and gasoline used in motorboats)" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (b), the words "(relating to amounts paid in respect of gasoline used for certain nonhighway purposes or by local transit systems)" are omitted as unnecessary.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2021—Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 117–58 substituted "October 1, 2029" for "October 1, 2023" in pars. (1) and (2) and "October 1, 2028" for "October 1, 2022" in par. (1).

2015—Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 114–94 substituted "October 1, 2023" for "October 1, 2017" and "October 1, 2022" for "October 1, 2016".

Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 114–94, §31102(e)(2)(B)(i), substituted "October 1, 2023" for "October 1, 2017".

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective Date of 2021 Amendment

Amendment by Pub. L. 117–58 effective Oct. 1, 2021, see section 80102(f) of Pub. L. 117–58, set out as a note under section 4041 of Title 26, Internal Revenue Code.

Effective Date of 2015 Amendment

Amendment by Pub. L. 114–94 effective Oct. 1, 2016, see section 31102(f) of Pub. L. 114–94, set out as a note under section 4041 of Title 26, Internal Revenue Code.
54 U.S.C. § 101932 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1019 / Subchapter III / Section 101932: Award of commercial services contracts
Award of commercial services contracts
Status: in_force

(a) Competitive Selection Process.—Except as provided in subsection (c), commercial services contracts shall be awarded by the Secretary through a competitive selection process.

(b) Solicitation of Proposals.—Before awarding a new commercial services contract, the Secretary shall publicly solicit proposals for the contract, except as provided in subsection (c). In connection with such solicitation, the Secretary shall prepare a request for proposals and shall publish notice of its availability.

(Added Pub. L. 114–289, title VII, §701, Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1493.)
54 U.S.C. § 100734 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter III / Section 100734: Report on finding or notification of potential damage to natural and historical landmarks
Report on finding or notification of potential damage to natural and historical landmarks
Status: in_force

When the Secretary finds on the Secretary's own motion or on being notified in writing by an appropriate scientific, historical, or archeological authority that a district, site, building, structure, or object that has been found to be nationally significant in illustrating natural history or the history of the United States and that has been designated as a natural or historic landmark may be irreparably lost or destroyed in whole or in part by any surface mining activity, including exploration for or removal or production of minerals or materials, the Secretary shall notify the person conducting the activity and submit a report on the findings or notification, including the basis for the Secretary's finding that the activity may cause irreparable loss or destruction of a national landmark, to the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, with a request for advice of the Council as to alternative measures that may be taken by the United States to mitigate or abate the activity.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3109.)

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

100734
16 U.S.C. 1908(a).
Pub. L. 94–429, §9(a), Sept. 28, 1976, 90 Stat. 1343.
54 U.S.C. § 100503 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1005 / Section 100503: Five-year strategic plans
Five-year strategic plans
Status: in_force

(a) Strategic and Performance Plans.—Each System unit shall prepare and make available to the public a 5-year strategic plan and an annual performance plan. The plans shall reflect the Service policies, goals, and outcomes represented in the Service-wide strategic plan prepared pursuant to section 306 of title 5.

(b) Annual Budget.—

(1) In general.—As a part of the annual performance plan for a System unit prepared pursuant to subsection (a), following receipt of the appropriation for the unit from the Operations of the National Park System account (but not later than January 1 of each year), the superintendent of the System unit shall develop and make available to the public the budget for the current fiscal year for that System unit.

(2) Contents.—The budget shall include—

(A) funding allocations for resource preservation (including resource management), visitor services (including maintenance, interpretation, law enforcement, and search and rescue), and administration; and

(B) allocations into each of the categories in subparagraph (A) of all funds retained from fees collected for that year, including special use permits, concession franchise fees, and recreation use and entrance fees.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3098.)

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

100503
16 U.S.C. 5914.
Pub. L. 105–391, title I, §104, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3499.
54 U.S.C. § 101102 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1011 / Subchapter I / Section 101102: Authority to accept and use funds to consolidate Federal land ownership
Authority to accept and use funds to consolidate Federal land ownership
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The Secretary may—

(1) accept and use funds that may be donated in order to consolidate Federal land ownership within the existing boundaries of any System unit; and

(2) encourage the donation of funds for that purpose, subject to the condition that donated funds are to be expended for purposes of this section only if Federal funds in an amount equal to the amount of the donated funds are appropriated for the purposes of this section.

(b) Authorization of Appropriations.—There are authorized to be appropriated for each fiscal year not more than $500,000 to match funds that are donated for those purposes.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3119.)

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

101102
16 U.S.C. 452a.
Aug. 31, 1954, ch. 1163, 68 Stat. 1037.

In subsection (b), the words "not more than $500,000" are substituted for "such funds as may be necessary" and the text of 16 U.S.C. 45a (proviso) to eliminate unnecessary words.
54 U.S.C. § 100752 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter IV / Section 100752: Destruction of animals and plant life
Destruction of animals and plant life
Status: in_force

The Secretary may provide for the destruction of such animals and plant life as may be detrimental to the use of any System unit.

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

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

100752
16 U.S.C. 3 (3d sentence).
 Aug. 25, 1916, ch. 408, §3 (3d sentence), 39 Stat. 535.
54 U.S.C. § 303103 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3031 / Section 303103: Use and availability
Use and availability
Status: in_force

Amounts in the Historic Preservation Fund shall be used only to carry out this division and shall be available for expenditure only when appropriated by Congress. Any amount not appropriated shall remain available in the Historic Preservation Fund until appropriated for those purposes. Appropriations made pursuant to this section may be made without fiscal year limitation.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3206.)

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

303103
16 U.S.C. 470h (last paragraph last sentence).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §108 (last paragraph last 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.
54 U.S.C. § 308501 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3085 / Section 308501: National women's rights history project national registry
National women's rights history project national registry
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The Secretary may make annual grants to State historic preservation offices for not more than 5 years to assist the State historic preservation offices in surveying, evaluating, and nominating to the National Register of Historic Places women's rights history properties.

(b) Eligibility.—In making grants under subsection (a), the Secretary shall give priority to grants relating to properties associated with the multiple facets of the women's rights movement, such as politics, economics, education, religion, and social and family rights.

(c) Updates.—The Secretary shall ensure that the National Register travel itinerary website entitled "Places Where Women Made History" is updated to contain—

(1) the results of the inventory conducted under subsection (a); and

(2) any links to websites related to places on the inventory.

(d) Cost-Sharing Requirement.—The Federal share of the cost of any activity carried out using any assistance made available under this section shall be 50 percent.

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

308501
16 U.S.C. 469m(b).
Pub. L. 111–11, title VII, subtitle B, §7111(b), Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1200.

In subsection (e), reference to fiscal years 2009 to 2011 is omitted as obsolete.
54 U.S.C. § 320103 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3201 / Section 320103: Cooperation with governmental and private agencies and individuals
Cooperation with governmental and private agencies and individuals
Status: in_force

(a) Authorization of Secretary.—The Secretary may cooperate with and may seek and accept the assistance of any Federal, State, or local agency, educational or scientific institution, patriotic association, or individual.

(b) Technical Advisory Committees.—When the Secretary considers it necessary, the Secretary may establish technical advisory committees to act in an advisory capacity in connection with the restoration or reconstruction of any historic or prehistoric building or other structure.

(c) Employment of Assistance.—The Secretary may employ professional and technical assistance and establish service as may be required to accomplish the purposes of this chapter and for which money may be appropriated by Congress or made available by gifts for those purposes.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3259.)

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

320103
16 U.S.C. 464.
Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 593, §4, 49 Stat. 668.
54 U.S.C. § 100704 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter I / Section 100704: Inventory and monitoring program
Inventory and monitoring program
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall undertake a program of inventory and monitoring of System resources to establish baseline information and to provide information on the long-term trends in the condition of System resources. The monitoring program shall be developed in cooperation with other Federal monitoring and information collection efforts to ensure a cost-effective approach.

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

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

100704
16 U.S.C. 5934.
Pub. L. 105–391, title II, §204, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3500.
54 U.S.C. § 100724 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1007 / Subchapter II / Section 100724: Use of recovered amounts
Use of recovered amounts
Status: in_force

(a) Limitation on Use.—Response costs and damages recovered by the Secretary under this subchapter or amounts recovered by the Federal Government under any Federal, State, or local law or regulation or otherwise as a result of destruction, loss of, or injury to any System unit resource shall be available to the Secretary and without further Congressional action may be used only as follows:

(1) Reimbursement.—To reimburse response costs and damage assessments by the Secretary or other Federal agencies as the Secretary considers appropriate.

(2) Restoration and replacement.—To restore, replace, or acquire the equivalent of System unit resources that were the subject of the action and to monitor and study those System unit resources. The funds may not be used to acquire any land or water, interest in land or water, or right to land or water unless the acquisition is specifically approved in advance in appropriations Acts. The acquisition shall be subject to any limitations contained in the legislation establishing the System unit.

(b) Excess Amounts.—Any amounts remaining after expenditures pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a) shall be deposited in the Treasury.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3108.)

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

100724
16 U.S.C. 19jj–3.
Pub. L. 101–337, §4, July 27, 1990, 104 Stat. 380; Pub. L. 103–437, §6(d)(3), Nov. 12, 1994, 108 Stat. 4583.

Section 4(d) of the Act of July 27, 1990 (Public Law 101–337, 104 Stat. 380), is omitted as obsolete. See section 3003 of the Federal Reports Elimination and Sunset Act of 1995 (Public Land 104–66, 31 U.S.C. 1113 note) and page 111 of House Document No. 103–7.

In subsection (a), before paragraph (1), the words "destruction, loss, or injury to" are substituted for "damage to" for consistency in the new chapter and to distinguish destruction, loss, or injury from damages recovered in a civil action.

In subsection (b), the words "the General Fund of the United States" are omitted as unnecessary.
54 U.S.C. § 100302 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 1003 / Section 100302: Directors and other employees
Directors and other employees
Status: in_force

(a) Director.—

(1) Appointment.—The Service shall be under the charge of a director who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(2) Qualifications.—The Director shall have substantial experience and demonstrated competence in land management and natural or cultural resource conservation.

(3) Authority.—Under the direction of the Secretary, the Director shall have the supervision, management, and control of System units. In the supervision, management, and control of System units contiguous to national forests the Secretary of Agriculture may cooperate with the Service to such extent as may be requested by the Secretary.

(b) Deputy Directors.—The Director shall select 2 Deputy Directors. One Deputy Director shall have responsibility for Service operations, and the other Deputy Director shall have responsibility for other programs assigned to the Service.

(c) Other Employees.—The Service shall have such subordinate officers and employees as may be appropriated for by Congress.

(Pub. L. 113–287, §3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3097.)

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

100302(a)(1)
16 U.S.C. 1 (1st sentence words after 1st comma).
 Aug. 25, 1916, ch. 408, §1 (1st sentence words after 1st comma, 2d to 4th sentences), 39 Stat. 535; Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title VIII, §814(e)(1), Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4196.

100302(a)(2)
16 U.S.C. 1 (2d sentence).

100302(a)(3)
16 U.S.C. 2.
Aug. 25, 1916, ch. 408, §2, 39 Stat. 535.

100302(b)
16 U.S.C. 1 (3d, 4th sentences).

100302(c)
16 U.S.C. 1 (5th sentence).
Aug. 25, 1916, ch. 408, §1 (5th sentence), 39 Stat. 535.

In subsection (a)(3), the words "of the Hot Springs Reservation in the State of Arkansas" [changed to "Hot Springs National Park" because of section 1 of the Act of March 4, 1921 (ch. 161, 41 Stat. 1407)] in section 2 of the Act of August 25, 1916 (known as the National Park Service Organic Act) (ch. 408, 39 Stat. 535) are omitted as unnecessary.

Subsection (c) is substituted for the 5th sentence of section 1 of the Act of August 25, 1916 (known as the National Park Service Organic Act) (ch. 408, 39 Stat. 535), to eliminate unnecessary words and because the pay of employees is fixed pursuant to chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5.
54 U.S.C. § 302101 (2024) — Title 54: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS / Chapter 3021 / Section 302101: Maintenance by Secretary
Maintenance by Secretary
Status: in_force

The Secretary may expand and maintain a National Register of Historic Places composed of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects significant in American history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and culture.

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

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

302101
16 U.S.C. 470a(a)(1)(A) (1st sentence).
Pub. L. 89–665, title I, §101(a)(1)(A) (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. 2988.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Recovery of Fees for Review Services for Historic Preservation Tax Certification

Pub. L. 106–113, div. B, §1000(a)(3) [title I], Nov. 29, 1999, 113 Stat. 1535, 1501A–142, provided in part: "That notwithstanding any other provision of law, the National Park Service may hereafter recover all fees derived from providing necessary review services associated with historic preservation tax certification, and such funds shall be available until expended without further appropriation for the costs of such review services".

Historically Black Colleges and Universities Historic Building Restoration and Preservation

Pub. L. 104–333, div. I, title V, §507, Nov. 12, 1996, 110 Stat. 4156, as amended by Pub. L. 108–7, div. F, title I, §150, Feb. 20, 2003, 117 Stat. 245; Pub. L. 116–9, title II, §2402, Mar. 12, 2019, 133 Stat. 747, provided that:

"(a) Authority To Make Grants.—From the amounts made available to carry out the National Historic Preservation Act [see 54 U.S.C. 300101 et seq.], the Secretary of the Interior shall make grants in accordance with this section to eligible historically black colleges and universities for the preservation and restoration of historic buildings and structures on the campus of these institutions.

"(b) Grant Conditions.—Grants made under subsection (a) shall be subject to the condition that the grantee covenants, for the period of time specified by the Secretary, that—

"(1) no alteration will be made in the property with respect to which the grant is made without the concurrence of the Secretary; and

"(2) reasonable public access to the property with respect to which the grant is made will be permitted by the grantee for interpretive and educational purposes.

"(c) Matching Requirement for Buildings and Structures Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.—

"(1) In general.—Except as provided by paragraphs (2) and (3), the Secretary may obligate funds made available under this section for a grant with respect to a building or structure listed on, or eligible for listing on, the National Register of Historic Places only if the grantee agrees to match, from funds derived from non-Federal sources, the amount of the grant with an amount that is equal or greater than the grant.

"(2) Waiver.—The Secretary may waive paragraphs (1) and (3) with respect to a grant if the Secretary determines from circumstances that an extreme emergency exists or that such a waiver is in the public interest to assure the preservation of historically significant resources.

"(3) Exception.—The Secretary shall not obligate funds made available under subsection (d)(2) for a grant with respect to a building or structure listed on, or eligible for listing on, the National Register of Historic Places unless the grantee agrees to provide, from funds derived from non-Federal sources, an amount that is equal to 30 percent of the total cost of the project for which the grant is provided.

"(d) Funding Provision.—

"(1) In general.—Under section 108 of the National Historic Preservation Act [see 54 U.S.C. 303101 to 303103], $29,000,000 shall be made available to carry out the purposes of this section. Of amounts made available pursuant to this section, $5,000,000 shall be available for grants to Fisk University, $2,500,000 shall be available for grants to Knoxville College, $2,000,000 shall be available for grants to Miles College, Alabama, $1,500,000 shall be available for grants to Talladega College, Alabama, $1,550,000 shall be available for grants to Selma University, Alabama, $250,000 shall be available for grants to Stillman College, Alabama, $200,000 shall be available for grants to Concordia College, Alabama, $2,900,000 shall be available for grants to Allen University, South Carolina, $1,000,000 shall be available for grants to Claflin College, South Carolina, $2,000,000 shall be available for grants to Voorhees College, South Carolina, $1,000,000 shall be available for grants to Rust College, Mississippi, and $3,000,000 shall be available for grants to Tougaloo College, Mississippi.

"(2) Additional funding.—In addition to amounts made available under paragraph (1), there is authorized to be appropriated from the Historic Preservation Fund to carry out this section $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2003 through 2008 and each of fiscal years 2019 through 2025.

"(e) Regulations.—The Secretary shall develop such guidelines as may be necessary to carry out this section.

"(f) Definitions.—For the purposes of this section:

"(1) Historically black colleges.—The term 'historically black colleges and universities' has the same meaning given the term 'part B institution' by section 322 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1061).

"(2) Historic building and structures.—The term 'historic building and structures' means a building or structure listed on, or eligible for listing on, the National Register of Historic Places or designated a National Historic Landmark."

Recommendations of Historic Properties for Preservation

Pub. L. 102–575, title XL, §4021, Oct. 30, 1992, 106 Stat. 4765, provided that: "The Secretary of the Interior, in consultation with the Advisory Council, shall seek to ensure that historic properties preserved under the National Historic Preservation Act [see 54 U.S.C. 300101 et seq.] fully reflect the historical experience of this nation."