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16 U.S.C. § 1544 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1544. Annual cost analysis by Fish and Wildlife Service
Notwithstanding section 3003 of Public Law 104–66 (31 U.S.C. 1113 note; 109 Stat. 734), on or before January 15, 1990, and each January 15 thereafter, the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Fish and Wildlife Service, shall submit to the Congress an annual report covering the preceding fiscal year which shall contain—
(1) an accounting on a species by species basis of all reasonably identifiable Federal expenditures made primarily for the conservation of endangered or threatened species pursuant to this chapter; and
(2) an accounting on a species by species basis of all reasonably identifiable expenditures made primarily for the conservation of endangered or threatened species pursuant to this chapter by States receiving grants under section 1535 of this title.
(Pub. L. 93–205, § 18, as added Pub. L. 100–478, title I, § 1012, Oct. 7, 1988, 102 Stat. 2314; amended Pub. L. 106–201, § 1(a), May 18, 2000, 114 Stat. 307.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: References in Text
text: This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original “this Act”, meaning Pub. L. 93–205, Dec. 28, 1973, 81 Stat. 884, known as the Endangered Species Act of 1973, which is classified principally to this chapter. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 1531 of this title and Tables.
heading: Amendments
text: 2000—Pub. L. 106–201, in introductory provisions, substituted “Notwithstanding section 3003 of Public Law 104–66 (31 U.S.C. 1113 note; 109 Stat. 734), on” for “On”.
heading: Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
heading: Effective Date of 2000 Amendment
text: Pub. L. 106–201, § 1(b), May 18, 2000, 114 Stat. 307, provided that:
“The amendment made by this section [amending this section] takes effect on the earlier of—
“(1) the date of enactment of this Act [May 18, 2000]; or
“(2) December 19, 1999.”
16 U.S.C. § 1603 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1603. National Forest System resource inventories; development, maintenance, and updating by Secretary as part of Assessment
As a part of the Assessment, the Secretary shall develop and maintain on a continuing basis a comprehensive and appropriately detailed inventory of all National Forest System lands and renewable resources. This inventory shall be kept current so as to reflect changes in conditions and identify new and emerging resources and values.
(Pub. L. 93–378, § 5, formerly § 4, Aug. 17, 1974, 88 Stat. 477, renumbered § 5, Pub. L. 94–588, § 2, Oct. 22, 1976, 90 Stat. 2949; amended Pub. L. 115–141, div. O, title II, § 208(b)(2), Mar. 23, 2018, 132 Stat. 1066.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: Amendments
text: 2018—Pub. L. 115–141 substituted “Secretary” for “Secretary of Agriculture”.
16 U.S.C. § 1605 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1605. Protection, use and management of renewable resources on non-Federal lands; utilization of Assessment, surveys and Program by Secretary to assist States, etc.
The Secretary may utilize the Assessment, resource surveys, and Program prepared pursuant to this subchapter to assist States and other organizations in proposing the planning for the protection, use, and management of renewable resources on non-Federal land.
(Pub. L. 93–378, § 7, formerly § 6, Aug. 17, 1974, 88 Stat. 478, renumbered § 7, Pub. L. 94–588, § 2, Oct. 22, 1976, 90 Stat. 2949; amended Pub. L. 115–141, div. O, title II, § 208(b)(2), Mar. 23, 2018, 132 Stat. 1066.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: Amendments
text: 2018—Pub. L. 115–141 substituted “Secretary” for “Secretary of Agriculture”.
16 U.S.C. § 1607 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1607. National Forest System renewable resources; development and administration by Secretary in accordance with multiple use and sustained yield concepts for products and services; target year for operational posture of resources; budget requests
The Secretary shall take such action as will assure that the development and administration of the renewable resources of the National Forest System are in full accord with the concepts for multiple use and sustained yield of products and services as set forth in the Multiple-Use Sustained-Yield Act of 1960 [16 U.S.C. 528–531]. To further these concepts, the Congress hereby sets the year 2030 as the target year when the renewable resources of the National Forest System shall be in an operating posture whereby all backlogs of needed treatment for their restoration shall be reduced to a current basis and the major portion of planned intensive multiple-use sustained-yield management procedures shall be installed and operating on an environmentally-sound basis. The annual budget shall contain requests for funds for an orderly program to eliminate such backlogs: Provided, That when the Secretary finds that (1) the backlog of areas that will benefit by such treatment has been eliminated, (2) the cost of treating the remainder of such area exceeds the economic and environmental benefits to be secured from their treatment, or (3) the total supplies of the renewable resources of the United States are adequate to meet the future needs of the American people, the budget request for these elements of restoration may be adjusted accordingly.
(Pub. L. 93–378, § 9, formerly § 8, Aug. 17, 1974, 88 Stat. 479, renumbered § 9, Pub. L. 94–588, § 2, Oct. 22, 1976, 90 Stat. 2949; amended Pub. L. 115–141, div. O, title II, § 208(b)(2), Mar. 23, 2018, 132 Stat. 1066; Pub. L. 117–58, div. G, title III, § 70302(a)(2), Nov. 15, 2021, 135 Stat. 1260.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: References in Text
text: The Multiple-Use Sustained-Yield Act of 1960, referred to in text, is Pub. L. 86–517, June 12, 1960, 74 Stat. 215, which is classified generally to sections 528 to 531 of this title. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 528 of this title and Tables.
heading: Amendments
text: 2021—Pub. L. 117–58 substituted “year 2030” for “year 2000”.
2018—Pub. L. 115–141 substituted “Secretary shall take” for “Secretary of Agriculture shall take”.
heading: Executive Documents
heading: Transfer of Functions
text: For transfer of certain enforcement functions of Secretary or other official in Department of Agriculture under this subchapter to Federal Inspector, Office of Federal Inspector for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation System, and subsequent transfer to Secretary of Energy, then to Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects, see note set out under section 1601 of this title.
16 U.S.C. § 1610 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1610. Implementation of provisions by Secretary; utilization of information and data of other organizations; avoidance of duplication of planning, etc.; “renewable resources” defined
In carrying out this subchapter, the Secretary shall utilize information and data available from other Federal, State, and private organizations and shall avoid duplication and overlap of resource assessment and program planning efforts of other Federal agencies. The term “renewable resources” shall be construed to involve those matters within the scope of responsibilities and authorities of the Forest Service on August 17, 1974 and on the date of enactment of any legislation amendatory or supplementary thereto.
(Pub. L. 93–378, § 12, formerly § 11, Aug. 17, 1974, 88 Stat. 480, renumbered § 12 and amended Pub. L. 94–588, §§ 2, 10, Oct. 22, 1976, 90 Stat. 2949, 2957; Pub. L. 115–141, div. O, title II, § 208(b)(2), Mar. 23, 2018, 132 Stat. 1066.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: Amendments
text: 2018—Pub. L. 115–141 substituted “Secretary” for “Secretary of Agriculture”.
1976—Pub. L. 94–588, § 10, inserted “and on the date of enactment of any legislation amendatory or supplementary thereto”.
heading: Executive Documents
heading: Transfer of Functions
text: For transfer of certain enforcement functions of Secretary or other official in Department of Agriculture under this subchapter to Federal Inspector, Office of Federal Inspector for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation System, and subsequent transfer to Secretary of Energy, then to Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects, see note set out under section 1601 of this title.
16 U.S.C. § 1612 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1612. Public participation
(a) Adequate notice and opportunity to comment
In exercising his authorities under this subchapter and other laws applicable to the Forest Service, the Secretary, by regulation, shall establish procedures, including public hearings where appropriate, to give the Federal, State, and local governments and the public adequate notice and an opportunity to comment upon the formulation of standards, criteria, and guidelines applicable to Forest Service programs.
(b) Advisory boards
In providing for public participation in the planning for and management of the National Forest System, the Secretary, pursuant to chapter 10 of title 5 and other applicable law, shall establish and consult such advisory boards as he deems necessary to secure full information and advice on the execution of his responsibilities. The membership of such boards shall be representative of a cross section of groups interested in the planning for and management of the National Forest System and the various types of use and enjoyment of the lands thereof.
(Pub. L. 93–378, § 14, as added Pub. L. 94–588, § 11, Oct. 22, 1976, 90 Stat. 2958; amended Pub. L. 117–286, § 4(a)(114), Dec. 27, 2022, 136 Stat. 4318.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: Amendments
text: 2022—Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 117–286 substituted “chapter 10 of title 5” for “the Federal Advisory Committee Act (86 Stat. 770)”.
heading: Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
heading: Forest Service Decisionmaking and Appeals Reform
text: Pub. L. 102–381, title III, § 322, Oct. 5, 1992, 106 Stat. 1419, which provided for the establishment of a notice and comment process for proposed actions of the Forest Service relating to certain land and resource management projects and required modification of the procedure for appeals of decisions concerning such projects, was repealed by Pub. L. 113–79, title VIII, § 8006(a), Feb. 7, 2014, 128 Stat. 913.
heading: Executive Documents
heading: Transfer of Functions
text: For transfer of certain enforcement functions of Secretary or other official in Department of Agriculture under this subchapter to Federal Inspector, Office of Federal Inspector for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation System, and subsequent transfer to Secretary of Energy, then to Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects, see note set out under section 1601 of this title.
16 U.S.C. § 1613 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1613. Promulgation of regulations
The Secretary shall prescribe such regulations as he determines necessary and desirable to carry out the provisions of this subchapter.
(Pub. L. 93–378, § 15, as added Pub. L. 94–588, § 11, Oct. 22, 1976, 90 Stat. 2958; amended Pub. L. 115–141, div. O, title II, § 208(b)(2), Mar. 23, 2018, 132 Stat. 1066.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: Amendments
text: 2018—Pub. L. 115–141 substituted “Secretary” for “Secretary of Agriculture”.
heading: Executive Documents
heading: Transfer of Functions
text: For transfer of certain enforcement functions of Secretary or other official in Department of Agriculture under this subchapter to Federal Inspector, Office of Federal Inspector for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation System, and subsequent transfer to Secretary of Energy, then to Federal Coordinator for Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects, see note set out under section 1601 of this title.
16 U.S.C. § 1614 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1614. Severability
If any provision of this subchapter or the application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid, the validity of the remainder of this subchapter and of the application of such provision to other persons and circumstances shall not be affected thereby.
(Pub. L. 93–378, § 16, as added Pub. L. 94–588, § 11, Oct. 22, 1976, 90 Stat. 2958.)
16 U.S.C. § 1644 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1644. Forestry and rangeland competitive research grants
(a) Competitive grant authority
In addition to any grants made under other laws, the Secretary is authorized to make competitive grants that will further research activities authorized by this subchapter to Federal, State, and other governmental agencies, public or private agencies, institutions, universities, and organizations, and businesses and individuals in the United States. In making these grants, the Secretary shall emphasize basic and applied research activities that are important to achieving the purposes of this subchapter, and shall obtain, through review by qualified scientists and other methods, participation in research activities by scientists throughout the United States who have expertise in matters related to forest and rangeland renewable resources. Grants under this section shall be made at the discretion of the Secretary under whatever conditions the Secretary may prescribe, after publicly soliciting research proposals, allowing sufficient time for submission of the proposals, and considering qualitative, quantitative, financial, administrative, and other factors that the Secretary deems important in judging, comparing, and accepting the proposals. The Secretary may reject any or all proposals received under this section if the Secretary determines that it is in the public interest to do so.
(b) Emphasis on certain high priority forestry research
The Secretary may use up to 5 percent of the amounts made available for research under section 1642 of this title to make competitive grants regarding forestry research in the high priority research areas identified under section 1642(d) of this title.
(c) Emphasis on certain high priority rangeland research
The Secretary may use up to 5 percent of the amounts made available for research under section 1642 of this title to make competitive grants regarding rangeland research in the high priority research areas identified under section 1642(d) of this title.
(d) Priorities
In making grants under subsections (b) and (c), the Secretary shall give priority to research proposals under which—
(1) the proposed research will be collaborative research organized through a center of scientific excellence;
(2) the applicant agrees to provide matching funds (in the form of direct funding or in-kind support) in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the grant amount; and
(3) the proposed research will be conducted as part of an existing private and public partnership or cooperative research effort and involves several interested research partners.
(Pub. L. 95–307, § 5, June 30, 1978, 92 Stat. 355; Pub. L. 105–185, title II, § 253(d), June 23, 1998, 112 Stat. 561.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: Amendments
text: 1998—Pub. L. 105–185 substituted section catchline for former section catchline, designated existing provisions as subsec. (a) and inserted heading, and added subsecs. (b) to (d).
16 U.S.C. § 1647 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1647. Other Federal programs
(a) Repeal of statutory authorities relating to investigation, experiments, and tests in reforestation and forest products
The Act of May 22, 1928, known as the McSweeney-McNary Act (45 Stat. 699–702, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 581, 581a, 581b–581i), is hereby repealed.
(b) Force and effect of cooperative and other agreements under repealed statutory authorities relating to investigation, etc., in reforestation and forest products
Contracts and cooperative and other agreements under the McSweeney-McNary Act shall remain in effect until revoked or amended by their own terms or under other provisions of law.
(c) Issuance of rules and regulations for implementation of provisions and coordination with agricultural research, extension, and teaching provisions
The Secretary is authorized to issue such rules and regulations as the Secretary deems necessary to implement the provisions of this subchapter and to coordinate this subchapter with title XIV of the Food and Agriculture Act of 1977 [7 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.].
(d) Availability of funds appropriated under repealed statutory authorities relating to investigation, etc., in reforestation and forest products
Funds appropriated under the authority of the McSweeney-McNary Act shall be available for expenditure for the programs authorized under this subchapter.
(Pub. L. 95–307, § 8, June 30, 1978, 92 Stat. 356.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: References in Text
text: The Food and Agriculture Act of 1977, referred to in subsec. (c), is Pub. L. 95–113, Sept. 29, 1977, 91 Stat. 913. Title XIV of the Food and Agriculture Act of 1977, known as the “National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977”, is classified principally to chapter 64 (§ 3101 et seq.) of Title 7, Agriculture. For complete classification of this title to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 3101 of Title 7 and Tables.
16 U.S.C. § 1648 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1648. Repealed. Pub. L. 115–334, title VIII, § 8201, Dec. 20, 2018, 132 Stat. 4839
text: Section, Pub. L. 95–307, § 9, as added Pub. L. 101–624, title XII, § 1241(b), Nov. 28, 1990, 104 Stat. 3544, related to recycling research.
text: A prior section 9 of Pub. L. 95–307, June 30, 1978, 92 Stat. 357, provided the effective date for Pub. L. 95–307 and was set out as a note under section 1641 of this title, prior to general amendment by Pub. L. 101–624.
16 U.S.C. § 1649 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1649. Repealed. Pub. L. 115–334, title VIII, § 8202, Dec. 20, 2018, 132 Stat. 4839
text: Section, Pub. L. 95–307, § 10, as added Pub. L. 101–624, title XII, § 1252, Nov. 28, 1990, 104 Stat. 3553, related to the Forestry Student Grant Program.
16 U.S.C. § 1649a (CONSERVATION)
§ 1649a. Repealed. Pub. L. 113–79, title VIII, § 8004, Feb. 7, 2014, 128 Stat. 913
text: Section, Pub. L. 110–234, title VIII, § 8402, May 22, 2008, 122 Stat. 1302; Pub. L. 110–246, § 4(a), title VIII, § 8402, June 18, 2008, 122 Stat. 1664, 2064, authorized grants for the establishment of Hispanic-serving institution agricultural land national resources leadership programs.
16 U.S.C. § 1671 (CONSERVATION)
§ 1671. Congressional statement of findings
Congress finds that—
(1) the extension program of the Department of Agriculture and the extension activities of each State provide useful and productive educational programs for private forest and range landowners and processors and consumptive and nonconsumptive users of forest and rangeland renewable resources, and these educational programs complement research and assistance programs conducted by the Department of Agriculture;
(2) to meet national goals, it is essential that all forest and rangeland renewable resources (hereinafter in this subchapter referred to as “renewable resources”), including fish and wildlife, forage, outdoor recreation opportunities, timber, and water, be fully considered in designing educational programs for landowners, processors, and users;
(3) more efficient utilization and marketing of renewable resources extend available supplies of such resources, provide products to consumers at prices less than they would otherwise be, and promote reasonable returns on the investments of landowners, processors, and users;
(4) trees and forests in urban areas improve the esthetic quality, reduce noise, filter impurities from the air and add oxygen to it, save energy by moderating temperature extremes, control wind and water erosion, and provide habitat for wildlife; and
(5) trees and shrubs used as shelterbelts protect farm lands from wind and water erosion, promote moisture accumulation in the soil, and provide habitat for wildlife.
(Pub. L. 95–306, § 2, June 30, 1978, 92 Stat. 349.)
heading: Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
heading: Effective and Termination Dates
text: Pub. L. 95–306, § 8, June 30, 1978, 92 Stat. 352, as amended by Pub. L. 100–231, § 2(2), Jan. 5, 1988, 101 Stat. 1565; Pub. L. 107–171, title VIII, § 8101(b)(2), May 13, 2002, 116 Stat. 475; Pub. L. 110–234, title VII, § 7413(b), May 22, 2008, 110 Stat. 1256; Pub. L. 110–246, § 4(a), title VII, § 7413(b), June 18, 2008, 122 Stat. 1664, 2017; Pub. L. 113–79, title VII, § 7405(b), Feb. 7, 2014, 128 Stat. 898; Pub. L. 115–334, title VII, § 7509(b), Dec. 20, 2018, 132 Stat. 4824, provided that: “The provisions of this Act [enacting this subchapter and provision set out as a note under section 1600 of this title] shall be effective for the period beginning October 1, 1978, and ending September 30, 2023.”
heading: Short Title
text: For short title of Renewable Resources Extension Act of 1978, see Short Title of 1978 Amendment note set out under section 1600 of this title.
16 U.S.C. § 1674a (CONSERVATION)
§ 1674a. Expanded programs
(a) In general
The Secretary, acting through the National Institute of Food and Agriculture and the State cooperative extension services, and in consultation with State foresters or equivalent State officials, school boards, and universities, shall expand forestry and natural resources education programs conducted under this subchapter for private forest owners and managers, public officials, youth, and the general public, and shall include guidelines for the transfer of technology.
(b) Activities
(1) In general
In expanding the programs conducted under this subchapter, the Secretary shall ensure that activities are undertaken to promote policies and practices that enhance the health, vitality, productivity, economic value, and environmental attributes of the forest lands of the United States.
(2) Types
The activities referred to in paragraph (1) shall include—
(A) demonstrating and teaching landowners and forest managers the concepts of multiple-use and sustainable natural resource management;
(B) conducting comprehensive environmental education programs that assist citizens to participate in environmentally positive activities such as tree planting, recycling, erosion prevention, and waste management; and
(C) educational programs and materials that will improve the capacity of schools, local governments and resource agencies to deliver forestry and natural resources information to young people, environmentally concerned citizens, and action groups.
(Pub. L. 95–306, § 5A, as added Pub. L. 101–624, title XII, § 1251(a), Nov. 28, 1990, 104 Stat. 3552; amended Pub. L. 110–234, title VII, § 7511(c)(34), May 22, 2008, 122 Stat. 1270; Pub. L. 110–246, § 4(a), title VII, § 7511(c)(34), June 18, 2008, 122 Stat. 1664, 2032.)
heading: Editorial Notes
heading: Codification
text: Pub. L. 110–234 and Pub. L. 110–246 made identical amendments to this section. The amendments by Pub. L. 110–234 were repealed by section 4(a) of Pub. L. 110–246.
heading: Amendments
text: 2008—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 110–246, § 7511(c)(34), which directed amendment of section 5(a) of the Renewable Resources Extension Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 1674a(a)) by substituting “National Institute of Food and Agriculture” for “Extension Service”, was executed by making the substitution in subsec. (a) of this section, which is section 5A of the Act, to reflect the probable intent of Congress.
heading: Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
heading: Effective Date of 2008 Amendment
text: Amendment of this section and repeal of Pub. L. 110–234 by Pub. L. 110–246 effective May 22, 2008, the date of enactment of Pub. L. 110–234, except as otherwise provided, see section 4 of Pub. L. 110–246, set out as an Effective Date note under section 8701 of Title 7, Agriculture.
Amendment by section 7511(c)(34) of Pub. L. 110–246 effective Oct. 1, 2009, see section 7511(c) of Pub. L. 110–246, set out as a note under section 1522 of Title 7, Agriculture.
16 U.S.C. § 1674b (CONSERVATION)
§ 1674b. Sustainable Forestry Outreach Initiative
The Secretary shall establish a program, to be known as the “Sustainable Forestry Outreach Initiative”, to educate landowners concerning the following:
(1) The value and benefits of practicing sustainable forestry.
(2) The importance of professional forestry advice in achieving sustainable forestry objectives.
(3) The variety of public and private sector resources available to assist the landowners in planning for and practicing sustainable forestry.
(Pub. L. 95–306, § 5B, as added Pub. L. 107–171, title VIII, § 8101(a), May 13, 2002, 116 Stat. 474.)