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16 U.S.C. 590b: Lands on which preventive measures may be takenText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 16-CONSERVATIONCHAPTER 3B-SOIL CONSERVATION
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§590b. Lands on which preventive measures may be taken

The acts authorized in section 590a(1) and (2) of this title may be performed⁠—

(a)  On lands owned or controlled by the United States or any of its agencies, with the cooperation of the agency having jurisdiction thereof; and

(b)  On any other lands, upon obtaining proper consent or the necessary rights or interests in such lands.

( Apr. 27, 1935, ch. 85, § 2 , 49 Stat. 163 .)