16 U.S.C. § 460hh–2 — Establishment of hunting and fishing zones; exceptions; consultation with State agencies
submitted 50 years ago by Pub. L. 94-235 to r/title-16-CONSERVATION · 89 words · no verdicts yet
The Secretary must allow hunting and fishing in the recreation area, following federal and state law. He may close certain zones or times for public safety, administration, wildlife management, or public enjoyment. Except in emergencies, he must consult the state hunting and fishing agency first.
The Secretary must permit hunting and fishing on land and water within the recreation area, following applicable federal and state law. However, he may designate zones where, and set periods when, no hunting or fishing is allowed — for reasons of public safety, administration, fish or wildlife management, or public use and enjoyment. Except in emergencies, any regulation the Secretary issues under this section may only take effect after he consults the appropriate state agency responsible for hunting and fishing activities.
The Secretary shall permit hunting and fishing on lands and waters within the recreation area in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws: Provided, That he may designate zones where, and establish periods when, no hunting or fishing will be permitted for reasons of public safety, administration, fish or wildlife management, or public use and enjoyment. Except in emergencies, any regulations issued by the Secretary pursuant to this section shall be put into effect only after consultation with the appropriate State agency responsible for hunting and fishing activities.
Source credit: (Pub. L. 94–235, § 3, Mar. 17, 1976, 90 Stat. 236.)
- 1976Enacted · Pub. L. 94-235 · 90 Stat. 236
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