1. Freshwater/saltwater split: Is there a simpler way to calculate the allocation of funds between marine and freshwater fisheries? During the last revision of 50 CFR 80 in 2010-11, a State fish and wildlife agency proposed a simpler way of calculating the allocation in its comments on the proposed rule. In our response to the comment, we committed to revisit this issue during the next rulemaking on 50 CFR 80. (80)
  2. Hunting on leased lands: Reexamine the TX parks and wildlife decision on the sale of permits to hunt on lands leased with WR funds.  If the decision is still appropriate, incorporate it into the regulations. See Joyce Johnson message from July, 2010.  Memorandum and background. (80)
  3. Access to boat ramps: Address the need for access to a boat ramp through by acquiring a right of way by easement or lease or in fee title.  See the Inspector General's management advisory of February 2012. (75)
  4. Field trial policy:  See the July 31, 2001 briefing for the Director. Review this briefing and decide whether it has any implications for regulation or the appendix. (80)
  5. Contaminant survey: CERCLA, 42 U.S.C., 9601. Consult with Solicitor’s Office about the potential need for a contaminants survey if land is acquired under a cooperative agreement.  State that the recipient decides if a contaminants survey is needed for land acquired under a grant. (75)
  6. Catastrophic events/insurance: Can catastrophic events shorten the approved useful life? Review 2 CFR 200.447 on the allowability of insurance and indemnification. Determine if any clarifications are needed.  Consider discussing this item in the appendix as a potential cost to be included in a project budget if a structure is in a high-risk area for catastrophic damage and if the owner of the structure is not self-insured. (75)
  7. Law enforcement as an eligible activity: 50 CFR 80.54 designates law enforcement as an ineligible activity “except when necessary to carry out project purposes approved by the Regional Director.” Provide criteria for when law enforcement may be necessary or give examples in the appendix. (80)


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