Federal Actions in the Lake Tahoe Region
Federal Agencies Must Form Partnership to Protect Lake Tahoe
What it does
Federal agencies must establish a Partnership to coordinate actions and negotiate a memorandum with state, tribal, and local partners to protect the Lake Tahoe ecosystem.
Real-world impact
- Creates a federal partnership to coordinate conservation and land-use actions in Lake Tahoe.
- Requires a report to the President within 90 days on implementation.
- Directs joint work with California, Nevada, the Washoe Tribe, and local governments.
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Summary
This order directs federal agencies with responsibilities in the Lake Tahoe area to create a Federal Interagency Partnership to protect Lake Tahoe's natural, recreational, and ecological resources. The Partnership will coordinate federal programs, share data, and develop joint programs for water quality, vegetation, wildlife, transportation, and recreation.
The Partnership must negotiate a Memorandum of Agreement with California, Nevada, the Washoe Tribe, and local governments, and report back to the President within 90 days. The goal is to improve environmental health and support local economic and recreational uses.
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