S 1967 · 100th Congress · Environmental Protection
A bill to provide for the establishment of the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve in the State of Oklahoma, and for other purposes.
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EnactedLatest: Subcommittee on Public Lands, National Parks. Hearings held.(1988-05-26)
Plain Language Summary
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Establishes the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve in Oklahoma. Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to acquire lands within such Preserve by purchase with consent, donation, or exchange, including limited lands in Pawhuska. Requires the Secretary to develop a fire protection plan for such lands. Leaves any mineral interests in such lands in trust for the Osage Tribe. Permits owners of acquired improved property to retain a right of use and occupancy to such property for residential purposes for a definite term of not more than 25 years or for life, whichever is later. Limits land acquisition within a designated Easement Area to that needed to ensure uses consistent with the nature of the Preserve. Authorizes land acquisition outside the Preserve to facilitate the process. Entitles property owners within the Preserve to reasonable access. Permits grazing, hunting, and fishing according to plan. Authorizes the Secretary to provide technical assistance for an Osage tribal museum. Continues current law as it pertains to oil and gas activities on such lands. Directs the Secretary to establish and operate a research facility for the management of tallgrass prairie flora and fauna. …
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