legislation: 99-hr-5676

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99-hr-5676 99 hr 5676 United States Geological Survey Amendments Act of 1986 Environmental Protection 1986-10-08 1986-11-24 Referred to Subcommittee on Mining and Natural Resources. House Rep. McCain, John [R-AZ-1] AZ R M000303 0 United States Geological Survey Amendments Act of 1986 - Title I: United States Geological Survey Amendments - Creates a Biological Division within the U.S. Geological Survey to conduct surveys on the long-term changes in the condition and quality of the biological environment and its inhabitants, particularly on fragile ecosystems in pristine areas of the United States. Requires the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey (who also directs the Biological Division) to review existing research in the area, recommending changes as necessary. Directs the Secretary of the Interior to appoint a committee to review the work of the Division and make recommendations. Authorizes the Director to establish field offices, including at least one in the Rocky Mountain region. Title II: Requires the Director to study air pollution problems associated with the long-range transport or air pollutants in the western States, with particular attention to acid deposition. Requires the Director to report to the Congress within four years. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 through 1990. Title III: Requires the Director to research the quality of ground and surface water in the United States. Authorizes research grants on a matching basis. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 through 1991. Title IV: Authorizes appropriations for the Biological Division. 2025-08-29T16:31:12Z  

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