A bill to establish the Langmuir National Research Area in the State of New Mexico, and for other purposes.

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Establishes the Langmuir National Research Area in the Cibola National Forest in the State of New Mexico to ensure the protection of and to encourage scientific research into thundercloud processes and astronomical phenomena. Requires the Secretary of Agriculture to develop a comprehensive management plan for the Area which should prescribe specific research and management objectives and management controls necessary for the protection, management, and development of the Area as set forth by this Act. Withdraws the lands within such Area, subject to valid existing rights, from location, entry, and patent under the United States mining laws and from disposition under all laws pertaining to mineral leasing. Requires the Secretary to establish a scientific advisory council for the Area and to consult on a periodic and regular basis with such council with respect to matters relating to management of the Area.…