Sec. 1506. Environmental restrictions
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Assistance authorized under this subtitle shall not be provided for programs, projects, and activities that— introduce invasive and nonnative plant species; cause the destruction or degradation of existing natural ecosystems, natural parks, or similar protected areas; result in or cause a loss of biological diversity or adversely impact rare, threatened, or endangered plant and animal species; involve destructive farming, fishing, and forest harvesting practices such as slash and burn agriculture; or provide for the construction of dams or other water control structures that flood natural ecosystems. The Administrator may waive the restrictions contained in subsection
(a)if the Administrator determines and reports to the appropriate congressional committees that— the proposed program, project, or activity is vital to improving the livelihoods of the rural poor; the proposed program will be conducted in an environmentally sound manner that supports sustainable development; and appropriate mitigation activities will be undertaken.