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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) The Authorized Officer may issue a permit for the collection of a paleontological resource pursuant to an application if the Authorized Officer determines that:
(1) The applicant is qualified to carry out the permitted activity;
(2) The permitted activity is undertaken for the purpose of furthering paleontological knowledge;
(3) The permitted activity is consistent with any management plan applicable to the National Forest System lands concerned; and
(4) The proposed methods of collection will not threaten significant natural or cultural resources pursuant to 16 U.S.C. 470aaa–3(b)(4).
(5) Collected materials will not be sold or otherwise used for commercial purposes.
(b) Permits may be issued at the Authorized Officer's discretion to applicants that provide a complete application, as provided in § 291.14, and meet qualification and eligibility requirements in § 291.15.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 36. Parks, Forests, and Public Property § 36.291.13 Permits - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-36-parks-forests-and-public-property/cfr-sect-36-291-13/
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