43 USC 31l - Earth Mapping Resources Initiative

U.S Code last checked for updates: Oct 18, 2024

§ 31l.

Earth Mapping Resources Initiative

(a)

Definition of critical mineral

(b)

Establishment

(c)

Purpose

The purpose of the Initiative shall be to accelerate efforts to carry out the fundamental resources and mapping mission of the United States Geological Survey by—

(1)

providing integrated topographic, geologic, geochemical, and geophysical mapping;

(2)

accelerating the integration and consolidation of geospatial and resource data; and

(3)

providing interpretation of subsurface and above-ground mineral resources data.

(d)

Cooperative agreements

(1)

In general

(2)

Effect

(e)

Comprehensive mapping modernization

(1)

In general

(2)

Approach

(3)

Priority

(4)

Inclusions

In carrying out paragraph (1), the Initiative shall also—

(A)

map and collect data for areas containing mine waste to increase understanding of above-ground critical mineral resources in previously disturbed areas; and

(B)

provide for analysis of samples, including samples within the National Geological and Geophysical Data Preservation Program established under section 15908(b) of title 42 for the occurrence of critical minerals.

(f)

Availability

(g)

Integration of data sources

The Initiative shall integrate data sources, including data from—

(1)

the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program established by section 31c(a)(1) of this title;

(2)

the National Geological and Geophysical Data Preservation Program established under section 15908(b) of title 42;

(3)

the USMIN Mineral Deposit Database of the United States Geological Survey;

(4)

the 3D Elevation Program established under section 3104(a) of this title; and

(5)

other relevant sources, including sources providing geothermal resources data.

(h)

Authorization of appropriations

(Pub. L. 117–58, div. D, title II, § 40201, Nov. 15, 2021, 135 Stat. 958.)

cite as: 43 USC 31l