7 U.S.C. § 7781 — Definitions

is recognized by the State^* in which it is established;

is established for the purpose of or has demonstrable expertise and significant experience in controlling or eradicating noxious weeds and increasing public knowledge and education concerning the need to control or eradicate noxious weeds;

may be multijurisdictional and multidisciplinary in nature;

may include representatives from Federal, State, local, or, where applicable, Indian Tribe governments, private organizations, individuals, and State-recognized conservation districts or State-recognized weed management districts; and

has existing authority to perform land management activities on Federal land if the proposed project or activity is on Federal lands.