Sec. 2. FINDINGS, PURPOSES, AND POLICY

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## SEC. 2 FINDINGS, PURPOSES, AND POLICY **[**[16 U.S.C. 4301](/us/usc/t16/s4301)**]** ###

(a)Findings The Congress finds and declares that— ####

(1)significant caves on Federal lands are an invaluable and irreplaceable part of the Nation's natural heritage; and ####

(2)in some instances, these significant caves are threatened due to improper use, increased recreational demand, urban spread, and a lack of specific statutory protection. ###

(b)Purposes The purposes of this Act are— ####

(1)to secure, protect, and preserve significant caves on Federal lands for the perpetual use, enjoyment, and benefit of all people; and ####

(2)to foster increased cooperation and exchange of information between governmental authorities and those who utilize caves located on Federal lands for scientific, education, or recreational purposes. ###

(c)Policy It is the policy of the United States that Federal lands be managed in a manner which protects and maintains, to the extent practical, significant caves.

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FINDINGS, PURPOSES, AND POLICY

U.S.C.§ 4301

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