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FLPMA's wilderness study areas: valid existing rights and the nonimpairment standard

Journal Article · · J. Energy Law Policy; (United States)
OSTI ID:6691644

The central point of contention over the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) of 1976 involves the nature and extent of development rights held by mining lessees on lands which have been designated subsequently as Bureau of Land Management Wilderness Study Areas. Following an overview of the significant administrative and judicial actions, the authors conclude that section 701(h)'s valid existing rights to develop may be postponed or limited when the Secretary of the Interior finds it necessary to do so in the public interest of conserving natural resources or carrying out environmental studies. 91 references.

OSTI ID:
6691644
Journal Information:
J. Energy Law Policy; (United States), Journal Name: J. Energy Law Policy; (United States) Vol. 5:1; ISSN JELPE
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English