BROAD TOP REGION OF PENNSYLVANIA.

SEC. 304. BROAD TOP REGION OF PENNSYLVANIA. (a) Watershed Reclamation and Wetlands Pilot Project.— The Secretary, in cooperation with appropriate Federal and State agencies, shall enter into a cooperative agreement with non-Federal interests to develop and carry out along the Juniata River and its tributaries, Pennsylvania, a watershed reclamation and protection and wetlands creation and restoration project for the purposes of— (1) restoring and maintaining the physical, chemical, and biological integrity of Trough Creek, Stroups Run, and the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River as well as nearby lands; (2) constructing or restoring wetlands and using other methods to treat acid mine drainage and other runoff to protect surface and ground water; (3) enhancing municipal water supplies in the region; and (4) developing innovative reclamation technologies, removing public safety hazards, and developing related recreation facilities for various environmental restoration and cultural resource and economic development opportunities. (b) Federal Share.— The Federal share of the cost of the activities conducted under the cooperative agreement entered into under subsection (a) shall be 75 percent. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.— There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $5,500,000. Such sums shall remain available until expended.