Sec. 316. White oak research
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In this section, the term eligible institution means an institution of higher education, including an 1862 Institution, an 1890 Institution, and a 1994 Institution (as those terms are defined in section 2 of the Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998 ( 7 U.S.C. 7601 )). The Secretary may enter into a memorandum of understanding with an Indian Tribe or an eligible institution to collaboratively conduct research relating to— white oak genes with resistance or tolerance to stress; white oak trees that exhibit vigor for the purpose of increasing survival and growth; establishing a genetically diverse white oak seed bank capable of responding to stressors; providing a sustainable supply of white oak seedlings and genetic resources; improved methods for aligning seed sources with the future climate at planting sites; reforestation of white oak trees through natural and artificial regeneration; improved methods for retaining and increasing white oak trees in forests; improved methods for reforesting abandoned mine land sites; and economic and social aspects of white oak forest management across land ownerships.
In carrying out research under subsection (b), an Indian Tribe or eligible institution may consult with such States, nonprofit organizations, and other institutions of higher education and scientific entities as the Indian Tribe or eligible institution determines to be appropriate. The authority under this section terminates on the date that is 7 years after the date of enactment of this Act.
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