SettingsUnited States federal public land legislation
Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act
The Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act was a United States federal law passed in 1980 by the U.S. Congress and signed into law by President Jimmy Carter on December 2 of that year.
The Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act was a United States federal law passed in 1980 by the U.S. Congress and signed into law by President Jimmy Carter on December 2 of that year.
Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act
The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, commonly abbreviated ANCSA, was signed into law by President Richard M. Nixon on December 18, 1971, the largest land claims settlement in United St...
The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, commonly abbreviated ANCSA, was signed into law by President Richard M. Nixon on December 18, 1971, the largest land claims settlement in United St...
Antiquities Act
The Antiquities Act of 1906, officially An Act for the Preservation of American Antiquities (16 USC 431–433), is an act passed by the United States Congress and signed into law by Theodore R...
The Antiquities Act of 1906, officially An Act for the Preservation of American Antiquities (16 USC 431–433), is an act passed by the United States Congress and signed into law by Theodore R...
Assimilative Crimes Act
The Assimilative Crimes Act,, makes state law applicable to conduct occurring on lands reserved or acquired by the Federal government as provided in, when the act or omission is not made punisha...
The Assimilative Crimes Act,, makes state law applicable to conduct occurring on lands reserved or acquired by the Federal government as provided in, when the act or omission is not made punisha...
Bankhead-Jones Act of 1935
The Bankhead-Jones Act was enacted on June 29, 1935 during the Depression, to provide increased federal funding to land grant colleges.
The Bankhead-Jones Act was enacted on June 29, 1935 during the Depression, to provide increased federal funding to land grant colleges.
Bankhead–Jones Act of 1935
The Bankhead-Jones Act was enacted on June 29, 1935 during the Depression, to provide increased federal funding to land grant colleges.
The Bankhead-Jones Act was enacted on June 29, 1935 during the Depression, to provide increased federal funding to land grant colleges.
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Act
The BWCA Wilderness Act of 1978 (Pub.L. 95-495) created the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW or BWCA), which was previously known as the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.
The BWCA Wilderness Act of 1978 (Pub.L. 95-495) created the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW or BWCA), which was previously known as the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.
Burnt Timber Act
The Burnt Timber Act authorized the United States Secretary of the Interior to sell at auction any dead or damaged timber on Federal lands.
The Burnt Timber Act authorized the United States Secretary of the Interior to sell at auction any dead or damaged timber on Federal lands.
California Desert Protection Act of 1994
The California Desert Protection Act of 1994 is a federal law (Public Law 103-433), passed by the United States Congress on October 8, 1994, that established the Death Valley and Joshua Tree Nat...
The California Desert Protection Act of 1994 is a federal law (Public Law 103-433), passed by the United States Congress on October 8, 1994, that established the Death Valley and Joshua Tree Nat...
California Desert Protection Act of 2010
The California Desert Protection Act of 2010 is legislation proposed by U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein.
The California Desert Protection Act of 2010 is legislation proposed by U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein.
California Wilderness Act of 1984
The California Wilderness Act of 1984 is a federal law, passed by the United States Congress on September 28, 1984, that authorized the addition of over within the state of California to the ...
The California Wilderness Act of 1984 is a federal law, passed by the United States Congress on September 28, 1984, that authorized the addition of over within the state of California to the ...
Canal Lands
Canal Lands were tracts of land donated by the federal government to several Great Lakes states in the 19th century to aid in the construction of Canals.
Canal Lands were tracts of land donated by the federal government to several Great Lakes states in the 19th century to aid in the construction of Canals.
Carey Act
The Carey Act of 1894 (also known as the Desert Land Act) allowed private companies in the U.S. to erect irrigation systems in the western semi-arid states, and profit from the sales of water.
The Carey Act of 1894 (also known as the Desert Land Act) allowed private companies in the U.S. to erect irrigation systems in the western semi-arid states, and profit from the sales of water.
Caribbean National Forest Act of 2005
The Caribbean National Forest Act of 2005 is a United States federal law that designates certain United States National Forest land in Puerto Rico as components of the National Wilderness Preser...
The Caribbean National Forest Act of 2005 is a United States federal law that designates certain United States National Forest land in Puerto Rico as components of the National Wilderness Preser...
Chamberlain-Ferris Act
The Chamberlain–Ferris Act (39 Stat.
The Chamberlain–Ferris Act (39 Stat.
Chamberlain–Ferris Act
The Chamberlain–Ferris Act (39 Stat.
The Chamberlain–Ferris Act (39 Stat.
Clarke–McNary Act
The Clarke–McNary Act of 1924 (ch.
The Clarke–McNary Act of 1924 (ch.
Consolidated Natural Resources Act of 2008
The Consolidated Natural Resources Act of 2008 was an act passed in the 110th United States Congress and enacted on May 8, 2008.
The Consolidated Natural Resources Act of 2008 was an act passed in the 110th United States Congress and enacted on May 8, 2008.
Copeland Report
The Copeland Report was the result of a United States Congressional investigation of forestry for the purpose of outlining a coordinated plan that would "insure all of the economic and social b...
The Copeland Report was the result of a United States Congressional investigation of forestry for the purpose of outlining a coordinated plan that would "insure all of the economic and social b...
Desert Land Act
The Desert Land Act was passed by the United States Congress on March 3, 1877 to encourage and promote the economic development of the arid and semiarid public lands of the Western states.
The Desert Land Act was passed by the United States Congress on March 3, 1877 to encourage and promote the economic development of the arid and semiarid public lands of the Western states.
Donation Land Claim Act
The Donation Land Claim Act of 1850 (ch.
The Donation Land Claim Act of 1850 (ch.
Eastern Wilderness Act
The Eastern Wilderness Act (P.L. 93-622) was signed into law by President Gerald Ford on January 3, 1975.
The Eastern Wilderness Act (P.L. 93-622) was signed into law by President Gerald Ford on January 3, 1975.
Endangered Species Act
The Endangered Species Act of 1973 is one of the dozens of United States environmental laws passed in the 1970s.
The Endangered Species Act of 1973 is one of the dozens of United States environmental laws passed in the 1970s.
Federal Coal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969
The Federal Coal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969, United States Public Law 91-173, generally referred to as the Coal Act, created the Mining Enforcement and Safety Administration (MESA)...
The Federal Coal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969, United States Public Law 91-173, generally referred to as the Coal Act, created the Mining Enforcement and Safety Administration (MESA)...
Federal Land Policy and Management Act
Federal Land Policy Management Act, or FLPMA, is a United States federal law that governs the way in which the public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management are managed.
Federal Land Policy Management Act, or FLPMA, is a United States federal law that governs the way in which the public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management are managed.
Federal Land Use Policy Act of 1976
The Federal Land Use Policy Act of 1976 constitutes the organic act for the Bureau of Land Management and governs most uses of the federal public lands, including grazing.
The Federal Land Use Policy Act of 1976 constitutes the organic act for the Bureau of Land Management and governs most uses of the federal public lands, including grazing.
Federal Revenue Sharing Act
The Federal Revenue Sharing Act, also called the Expenditures from Receipts Act, was a bill passed in 1913 by the US Congress.
The Federal Revenue Sharing Act, also called the Expenditures from Receipts Act, was a bill passed in 1913 by the US Congress.
Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act
The Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (FWCA) of the United States was enacted March 10, 1934 to protect fish and wildlife when federal actions result in the control or modification of a natur...
The Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (FWCA) of the United States was enacted March 10, 1934 to protect fish and wildlife when federal actions result in the control or modification of a natur...
Flood Control Act of 1937
The Flood Control Act of 1937 (FCA 1937) was an Act of the United States Congress signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on August 28, 1937 as Public Law 406, in response to major fl...
The Flood Control Act of 1937 (FCA 1937) was an Act of the United States Congress signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on August 28, 1937 as Public Law 406, in response to major fl...
Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974
The Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 is a United States federal law which authorizes long-range planning by the US Forest Service to ensure the future supply of fore...
The Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 is a United States federal law which authorizes long-range planning by the US Forest Service to ensure the future supply of fore...
Forest Reserve Act of 1891
The Forest Reserve Act of 1891 is a law that allowed the President of the United States to set aside forest reserves from the land in the public domain.
The Forest Reserve Act of 1891 is a law that allowed the President of the United States to set aside forest reserves from the land in the public domain.
General Mining Act of 1872
The General Mining Act of 1872 is a United States federal law that authorizes and governs prospecting and mining for economic minerals, such as gold, platinum, and silver, on federal public lands.
The General Mining Act of 1872 is a United States federal law that authorizes and governs prospecting and mining for economic minerals, such as gold, platinum, and silver, on federal public lands.
General Revision Act
The General Revision Act of 1891 repealed the Timber Culture and Preemption Acts and authorized the President of the United States, under the Forest Reserve Act, to create forest preserves "whol...
The General Revision Act of 1891 repealed the Timber Culture and Preemption Acts and authorized the President of the United States, under the Forest Reserve Act, to create forest preserves "whol...
Guano Islands Act
The Guano Islands Act ( §§ 1411-1419) is federal legislation passed by the U.S. Congress, on August 18, 1856.
The Guano Islands Act ( §§ 1411-1419) is federal legislation passed by the U.S. Congress, on August 18, 1856.
Harrison Land Act
The Land Act of 1804 was U.S. legislation that refined provisions for the purchase of U.S. public land north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi river.
The Land Act of 1804 was U.S. legislation that refined provisions for the purchase of U.S. public land north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi river.
Hatch Act of 1887
The Hatch Act of 1887 (ch.
The Hatch Act of 1887 (ch.
Historic Sites Act
The Historic Sites Act of 1935 was enacted by the United States Congress largely to organize the myriad federally own parks, monuments, and historic sites under the National Park Service and the...
The Historic Sites Act of 1935 was enacted by the United States Congress largely to organize the myriad federally own parks, monuments, and historic sites under the National Park Service and the...
Homestead Act
A homestead act was one of three United States federal laws that gave an applicant ownership at no cost of farmland called a "homestead" – typically 160 acres of undeveloped federal land west of...
A homestead act was one of three United States federal laws that gave an applicant ownership at no cost of farmland called a "homestead" – typically 160 acres of undeveloped federal land west of...
Homestead Act of 1860
The Homestead Act of 1860 in the United States would have made land available for 25 cents per acre.
The Homestead Act of 1860 in the United States would have made land available for 25 cents per acre.
Kinkaid Act
The Kinkaid Act of 1904 is a U.S. statute that amended the 1862 Homestead Act so that one section of public domain land could be acquired free of charge, with the exception of a modest filing fee.
The Kinkaid Act of 1904 is a U.S. statute that amended the 1862 Homestead Act so that one section of public domain land could be acquired free of charge, with the exception of a modest filing fee.
Land Act of 1804
The Land Act of 1804 was U.S. legislation that refined provisions for the purchase of U.S. public land north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi river.
The Land Act of 1804 was U.S. legislation that refined provisions for the purchase of U.S. public land north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi river.
Land Act of 1820
The Land Act of 1820 (ch.
The Land Act of 1820 (ch.
Land Ordinance of 1785
The Land Ordinance of 1785 was adopted by the United States Congress on May 20, 1785.
The Land Ordinance of 1785 was adopted by the United States Congress on May 20, 1785.
Land Revision Act of 1891
The U.S. Land Revision Act of 1891 gave the president the authority to "set aside and reserve...any part of the public lands wholly or partly covered with timber or undergrowth, whether of comme...
The U.S. Land Revision Act of 1891 gave the president the authority to "set aside and reserve...any part of the public lands wholly or partly covered with timber or undergrowth, whether of comme...
Midnight Forests
Midnight Forests was a nickname given to the forests created by President of the United States Theodore Roosevelt near the end of his term as president.
Midnight Forests was a nickname given to the forests created by President of the United States Theodore Roosevelt near the end of his term as president.
Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977
The Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (Public Law 95-164) amended the Coal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1969.
The Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (Public Law 95-164) amended the Coal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1969.
Mineral Leasing Act of 1920
The Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 is a United States federal law that authorizes and governs leasing of public lands for developing deposits of coal, petroleum, natural gas and other hydrocarbons,...
The Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 is a United States federal law that authorizes and governs leasing of public lands for developing deposits of coal, petroleum, natural gas and other hydrocarbons,...
National Forest Management Act of 1976
The National Forest Management Act of 1976 is a United States federal law that is the primary statute governing the administration of national forests and was an amendment to the Forest and Rang...
The National Forest Management Act of 1976 is a United States federal law that is the primary statute governing the administration of national forests and was an amendment to the Forest and Rang...
National Park Service General Authorities Act
The National Park Service General Authorities Act of 1970 is an amendment to the National Park Service Organic Act of 1916.
The National Park Service General Authorities Act of 1970 is an amendment to the National Park Service Organic Act of 1916.
National Park Service Organic Act
The National Park Service Organic Act is a United States federal law that established the National Park Service, an agency of the United States Department of the Interior.
The National Park Service Organic Act is a United States federal law that established the National Park Service, an agency of the United States Department of the Interior.
National Trails System
The National Trails System was created by the National Trails System Act (, codified at et seq.
The National Trails System was created by the National Trails System Act (, codified at et seq.
Newlands Reclamation Act
The Reclamation Act of 1902 is a United States federal law that funded irrigation projects for the arid lands of 20 states in the American West.
The Reclamation Act of 1902 is a United States federal law that funded irrigation projects for the arid lands of 20 states in the American West.
Northern California Coastal Wild Heritage Wilderness Act
The Northern California Coastal Wild Heritage Wilderness Act is a U.S. federal law enacted in 2006 that enlarged existing wilderness boundaries and created new wilderness areas for protection un...
The Northern California Coastal Wild Heritage Wilderness Act is a U.S. federal law enacted in 2006 that enlarged existing wilderness boundaries and created new wilderness areas for protection un...
Northwest Forest Plan
The Northwest Forest Plan (NWFP) is a series of federal policies and guidelines governing land use on federal lands in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
The Northwest Forest Plan (NWFP) is a series of federal policies and guidelines governing land use on federal lands in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
Northwest Ordinance
The Northwest Ordinance was an act of the Congress of the Confederation of the United States, passed July 13, 1787.
The Northwest Ordinance was an act of the Congress of the Confederation of the United States, passed July 13, 1787.
Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009
The Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 is a law passed in the 111th United States Congress and signed into law by President Barack Obama on March 30, 2009.
The Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 is a law passed in the 111th United States Congress and signed into law by President Barack Obama on March 30, 2009.
Oregon and California Railroad Revested Lands
The Oregon and California Railroad Revested Lands (commonly known as O&C Lands), are approximately of land located in eighteen counties of western Oregon.
The Oregon and California Railroad Revested Lands (commonly known as O&C Lands), are approximately of land located in eighteen counties of western Oregon.
Organic Act of 1897
The Organic Act of 1897 provided the main statutory basis for the management of forest reserves in the United States, hence the commonly used term "organic act".
The Organic Act of 1897 provided the main statutory basis for the management of forest reserves in the United States, hence the commonly used term "organic act".
Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act
The Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) is a peculiarity of the political geography of the United States and is the part of the internationally recognized continental shelf of the United States ...
The Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) is a peculiarity of the political geography of the United States and is the part of the internationally recognized continental shelf of the United States ...
Preemption Act of 1841
The Preemption Act of 1841, also known as the Distributive Preemption Act (27 Cong., Ch. 16; ), was a federal law approved on September 4, 1841.
The Preemption Act of 1841, also known as the Distributive Preemption Act (27 Cong., Ch. 16; ), was a federal law approved on September 4, 1841.
Redwood Act (1978)
The Redwood Act (also Redwood amendment) is a 1978 amendment to the National Park Service General Authorities Act of 1970.
The Redwood Act (also Redwood amendment) is a 1978 amendment to the National Park Service General Authorities Act of 1970.
Revised statute 2477
Revised Statute 2477 (commonly known as "RS 2477") was enacted by the United States Congress in 1866 to encourage the settlement of the Western United States by the development of a system of ...
Revised Statute 2477 (commonly known as "RS 2477") was enacted by the United States Congress in 1866 to encourage the settlement of the Western United States by the development of a system of ...
River and Harbors Act of 1914
The River and Harbors Act of 1914 expanded the Mississippi River Commission’s jurisdiction to oversee Federal fund distribution to needy States.
The River and Harbors Act of 1914 expanded the Mississippi River Commission’s jurisdiction to oversee Federal fund distribution to needy States.
Rivers and Harbors Act
Rivers and Harbors Act may refer to one of many pieces of legislation and appropriations passed by the United States Congress since the first such legislation in 1824.
Rivers and Harbors Act may refer to one of many pieces of legislation and appropriations passed by the United States Congress since the first such legislation in 1824.
Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899
The Rivers and Harbors Appropriation Act of 1899 is the oldest federal environmental law in the United States.
The Rivers and Harbors Appropriation Act of 1899 is the oldest federal environmental law in the United States.
Salt Reservations
The Salt Reservations (also known as the Salt Lands) were a collection of land tracts surrounding salt springs in Ohio and some other states that were donated to the states by the federal ...
The Salt Reservations (also known as the Salt Lands) were a collection of land tracts surrounding salt springs in Ohio and some other states that were donated to the states by the federal ...
Southern Homestead Act of 1866
The Southern Homestead Act of 1866 is a United States federal law enacted to break a cycle of debt during the Reconstruction following the American Civil War.
The Southern Homestead Act of 1866 is a United States federal law enacted to break a cycle of debt during the Reconstruction following the American Civil War.
Submerged Lands Act
The Submerged Lands Act of 1953 (codified at et seq.) is a U.S. federal law that grants states title to all submerged navigable lands within their boundaries.
The Submerged Lands Act of 1953 (codified at et seq.) is a U.S. federal law that grants states title to all submerged navigable lands within their boundaries.
Surveyor General of the Northwest Territory
The Surveyor General of the Northwest Territory was a United States government official responsible for surveying land in the Northwest Territory in the United States late in the late eighteenth...
The Surveyor General of the Northwest Territory was a United States government official responsible for surveying land in the Northwest Territory in the United States late in the late eighteenth...
Taylor Grazing Act of 1934
The Taylor Grazing Act of 1934 (P.L. 73-482) is a United States federal law that provides for the regulation of grazing on the public lands (excluding Alaska) to improve rangeland conditions and...
The Taylor Grazing Act of 1934 (P.L. 73-482) is a United States federal law that provides for the regulation of grazing on the public lands (excluding Alaska) to improve rangeland conditions and...
Timber and Stone Act
The Timber and Stone Act of 1878 (45th Congress, Sess.
The Timber and Stone Act of 1878 (45th Congress, Sess.
Timber Culture Act
The Timber Culture Act was a follow-up act to the Homestead Act.
The Timber Culture Act was a follow-up act to the Homestead Act.
Transfer Act of 1905
The Transfer Act of 1905 transferred the forest reserves of the United States from the Department of the Interior, General Land Office to the Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Forestry.
The Transfer Act of 1905 transferred the forest reserves of the United States from the Department of the Interior, General Land Office to the Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Forestry.
Water Resources Development Act of 1974
The Water Resource Development Act of 1974, is part of enacted on March 7, 1974, enacted by Congress, which also included the Streambank Erosion Control Evaluation and Demonstration Act and the...
The Water Resource Development Act of 1974, is part of enacted on March 7, 1974, enacted by Congress, which also included the Streambank Erosion Control Evaluation and Demonstration Act and the...
Water Resources Development Act of 1976
Water Resources Development Act of 1976, (WRDA 1976), is a public law enacted on October 22, 1976 by the Congress of the United States of America concerning various water resources and projects.
Water Resources Development Act of 1976, (WRDA 1976), is a public law enacted on October 22, 1976 by the Congress of the United States of America concerning various water resources and projects.
Water Resources Development Act of 1986
The Water Resources Development Act of 1986 is part of, a series of acts enacted by Congress of the United States on November 17, 1986.
The Water Resources Development Act of 1986 is part of, a series of acts enacted by Congress of the United States on November 17, 1986.
Water Resources Development Act of 1988
Water Resources Development Act of 1988 (WRDA 1988),, is a public law passed by Congress on November 17, 1988 concerning water resources in the United States in the areas of flood control, navig...
Water Resources Development Act of 1988 (WRDA 1988),, is a public law passed by Congress on November 17, 1988 concerning water resources in the United States in the areas of flood control, navig...
Water Resources Development Act of 1990
The Water Resources Development Act of 1990,, was enacted by Congress of the United States on November 12, 1990.
The Water Resources Development Act of 1990,, was enacted by Congress of the United States on November 12, 1990.
Water Resources Development Act of 1992
The Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (WRDA 1992),, was enacted by Congress of the United States on October 31, 1992.
The Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (WRDA 1992),, was enacted by Congress of the United States on October 31, 1992.
Water Resources Development Act of 1996
The Water Resources Development Act of 1996 is part of, was enacted by Congress of the United States on October 12, 1996.
The Water Resources Development Act of 1996 is part of, was enacted by Congress of the United States on October 12, 1996.
Water Resources Development Act of 1999
The Water Resources Development Act of 1999 (WRDA 1999),, was enacted by Congress of the United States on August 17, 1999.
The Water Resources Development Act of 1999 (WRDA 1999),, was enacted by Congress of the United States on August 17, 1999.
Water Resources Development Act of 2000
The Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (WRDA 2000),, was enacted by Congress of the United States on December 11, 2000.
The Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (WRDA 2000),, was enacted by Congress of the United States on December 11, 2000.
Water Resources Development Act of 2007
The Water Resources Development Act of 2007 or WRDA 2007 (, formerly ) is a United States law that reauthorized the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), and authorized flood control, na...
The Water Resources Development Act of 2007 or WRDA 2007 (, formerly ) is a United States law that reauthorized the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), and authorized flood control, na...
Weeks Act
The Weeks Act is a federal law passed by the US Congress on 1 March 1911 in the United States.
The Weeks Act is a federal law passed by the US Congress on 1 March 1911 in the United States.