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§698d Review of Big Thicket Preserve Area by Secretary; Report to President

Title 16 › Chapter 6— GAME AND BIRD PRESERVES; PROTECTION › § 698d

Last updated Apr 5, 2026|Official source

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By October 11, 1979, the Secretary must review the preserve, report which areas are suitable for wilderness to the President, and follow the required procedures for any wilderness designations.

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Title 16, §698d

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Within five years from October 11, 1974, the Secretary shall review the area within the preserve and shall report to the President, in accordance with section 1132(c) and (d) of this title, his recommendations as to the suitability or nonsuitability of any area within the preserve for preservation as wilderness, and any designation of any such areas as a wilderness shall be accomplished in accordance with section 1132(c) and (d) of this title.

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16 U.S.C. § 698d

Title 16Conservation

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Apr 5, 2026

Release point: 119-73not60