National Geologic Mapping Reauthorization Act of 1997
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Became Public Law No: 105-36.
Official Summary
National Geologic Mapping Reauthorization Act of 1997 - Amends the National Geologic Mapping Act of 1992 to establish a national cooperative geologic mapping program between the U.S. Geological Survey and State geological surveys. Establishes a geologic mapping advisory committee to advise the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey on planning and implementation of the geological mapping program. Authorizes appropriations.
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AI Government Intelligence™The National Geologic Mapping Reauthorization Act of 1997 amends the earlier 1992 Act to continue and enhance a cooperative geologic mapping program between the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and State geological surveys. It establishes a geologic mapping advisory committee to provide guidance to the USGS Director on program planning and implementation. The Act also authorizes federal appropriations to support these activities.
This law reauthorizes and strengthens the national cooperative geologic mapping program, formalizing advisory oversight and funding to support geologic data collection and mapping efforts.
- Amends the National Geologic Mapping Act of 1992 to extend the cooperative program between USGS and State geological surveys.
- Creates a geologic mapping advisory committee to advise the USGS Director on program planning and implementation.
- Authorizes federal appropriations to fund the geologic mapping program.
['U.S. Geological Survey', 'State geological surveys', 'Federal and state agencies involved in natural resource management', 'Researchers and professionals in geology and related fields']
['Implementation depends on effective coordination between federal and state agencies.', 'Authorized appropriations require congressional budget approval, which may affect funding levels.', "Oversight mechanisms rely on the advisory committee's effectiveness and USGS management."]
The bill was introduced and passed during the 105th Congress and was signed into law on August 5, 1997, reflecting congressional support for continued federal-state cooperation in geologic mapping and natural resource management. It builds on the original 1992 Act to maintain and improve national geologic data infrastructure.
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['Improved geologic mapping data may enhance natural resource management and land use planning at federal and state levels.', 'Strengthened federal-state collaboration could lead to more standardized geologic information across states.', 'Availability of updated geologic data may support academic research and private sector activities related to geology.']
The bill's authorization of appropriations requires ongoing congressional oversight to ensure funds are allocated and used as intended. The establishment of an advisory committee introduces a governance layer that should be monitored for transparency and effectiveness in guiding the USGS program. The absence of the full bill text limits detailed analysis of specific provisions and enforcement mechanisms.
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