Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 137.285 — Are Self-governance Tribes Required To Accept Federal Environmental Responsibilities To Enter Into A Construction Project Agreement?
42 C.F.R. § 137.285
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Yes, under section 509 of the Act [25 U.S.C. 458aaa-8], Self-Governance Tribes must assume all Federal responsibilities under the NEPA of 1969 [42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.] and the National Historic Preservation Act [16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.] and related provisions of law that would apply if the Secretary were to undertake a construction project, but only those responsibilities directly related to the completion of the construction project being assumed.
Authorizing Statute
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Transferred25 U.S.C. § 458
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Congressional declaration of purpose42 U.S.C. § 4321
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Transferred or Omitted16 U.S.C. § 470