Collapse to view only § 460hhh-8. Authorization of appropriations
- § 460hhh. Definitions
- § 460hhh-1. Purposes
- § 460hhh-2. Establishment
- § 460hhh-3. Management
- § 460hhh-4. Management plan
- § 460hhh-5. Acquisition of lands
- § 460hhh-6. Withdrawal
- Cooperative agreements
- § 460hhh-8. Authorization of appropriations
§ 460hhh. Definitions
As used in this subchapter:
(1) National Forest lands
(2) Recreation Area
(3) Secretary
(Pub. L. 103–63, § 2, Aug. 4, 1993, 107 Stat. 297.)
§ 460hhh–1. Purposes
The purposes of this subchapter are to—
(1) preserve scenic, scientific, historic, cultural, natural, wilderness, watershed, riparian, wildlife, threatened and endangered species, and other values contributing to public enjoyment and biological diversity in the Spring Mountains of Nevada;
(2) ensure appropriate conservation and management of natural and recreation resources in the Spring Mountains; and
(3) provide for the development of public recreation opportunities in the Spring Mountains for the enjoyment of present and future generations.
(Pub. L. 103–63, § 3, Aug. 4, 1993, 107 Stat. 297.)
§ 460hhh–2. Establishment
(a) In general
(b) Boundaries and map
(c) Map filing
(d) Public inspection
(e) Discrepancies
(Pub. L. 103–63, § 4, Aug. 4, 1993, 107 Stat. 297.)
§ 460hhh–3. Management
(a) In general
The Secretary, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall manage the Recreation Area in accordance with the laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the National Forest System and this subchapter to provide for—
(1) the conservation of scenic, scientific, historic, cultural, and other values contributing to public enjoyment;
(2) the conservation of fish and wildlife populations and habitat, including the use of prescribed fire to improve or maintain habitat;
(3) the protection of watersheds and the maintenance of free flowing streams and the quality of ground and surface waters in accordance with applicable law;
(4) public outdoor recreation benefits, including, but not limited to, hunting, fishing, trapping, hiking, horseback riding, backpacking, rock climbing, camping, and nature study;
(5) wilderness areas as designated by Congress; and
(6) the management and use of natural resources in a manner compatible with the purposes for which the Recreation Area is established.
(b) Hunting, trapping, and fishing
(1) In general
(2) Exceptions
(c) Grazing
(d) Preventive measures
(Pub. L. 103–63, § 5, Aug. 4, 1993, 107 Stat. 298.)
§ 460hhh–4. Management plan
(a) In general
(1) Procedures
(2) Contents
The management plan described in paragraph (1) shall be developed with full public participation and shall include—
(A) implementation plans for a continuing program of interpretation and public education about the resources and values of the Recreation Area;
(B) proposals for public facilities to be developed, expanded, or improved for the Recreation Area, including one or more visitor centers to accommodate both local and out-of-State visitors;
(C) plans for the management of natural and cultural resources in the Recreation Area, with emphasis on the preservation and long-term scientific use of archaeological resources, with priority in development given to the enforcement of the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 (16 U.S.C. 470aa et seq.) and the National Historic Preservation Act 2
2 See References in Text note below.
within the Recreation Area;(D) wildlife and fish resource management plans for the Recreation Area prepared in consultation with appropriate departments of the State of Nevada and using other available studies of the Recreation Area;
(E) recreation management plans for the Recreation Area in consultation with appropriate departments of the State of Nevada;
(F) wild horse and burro herd management plans for the Recreation Area prepared in consultation with appropriate departments and commissions of the State of Nevada; and
(G) an inventory of all lands within the Recreation Area not presently managed as National Forest lands that will permit the Secretary to evaluate possible future acquisitions.
(3) Consultation
(b) Wilderness study areas
(1) Recommendations
(2) Management
(Pub. L. 103–63, § 6, Aug. 4, 1993, 107 Stat. 298.)
§ 460hhh–5. Acquisition of lands
(a) In general
(b) Incorporation of acquired lands
(c) Land and Water Conservation Fund
(Pub. L. 103–63, § 7, Aug. 4, 1993, 107 Stat. 300; Pub. L. 113–287, § 5(d)(3), Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3264.)
§ 460hhh–6. Withdrawal
(a) In general
Subject to valid existing rights and except as provided in subsection (b), all Federal lands within the Recreation Area are withdrawn from—
(1) all forms of entry, appropriation, or disposal under the public land laws;
(2) location, entry, and patent under the mining laws; and
(3) operation under the mineral leasing and geothermal leasing laws.
(b) Exceptions
(1) In general
(2) Effect of entry under public land laws
Notwithstanding paragraph (1) of subsection (a), the following are not subject to withdrawal under that paragraph:
(A) Any Federal land in the Recreation Area that qualifies for conveyance under Public Law 97–465 (commonly known as the “Small Tracts Act”) (16 U.S.C. 521c et seq.), which, notwithstanding section 7 of that Act (16 U.S.C. 521i), may be conveyed under that Act.
(B) Any Federal land in the Recreation Area that the Secretary determines to be appropriate for conveyance by exchange for non-Federal land within the Recreation Area under authorities generally providing for the exchange of National Forest System land.
(Pub. L. 103–63, § 8, Aug. 4, 1993, 107 Stat. 300; Pub. L. 113–291, div. B, title XXX, § 3092(f), Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3872.)
Cooperative agreements
In order to encourage unified and cost-effective management and interpretation of natural and cultural resources in southern Nevada, the Secretary may enter into cooperative agreements with other Federal, State, and local agencies, and with nonprofit entities, that provide for the management and interpretation of natural and cultural resources.
(Pub. L. 103–63, § 9, Aug. 4, 1993, 107 Stat. 300.)
§ 460hhh–8. Authorization of appropriations
There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this subchapter.
(Pub. L. 103–63, § 10, Aug. 4, 1993, 107 Stat. 301.)