AUTHORIZATION OF STUDY.

SEC 302. AUTHORIZATION OF STUDY. (a) Authorization.— The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to conduct a study of the Mimbres culture to determine its significance in illustrating and commemorating the prehistory of the Southwest. The study shall include an analysis of the significance of the culture as it relates to the Mogollon, Salado, and Casas Grandes cultures and shall include a list of appropriate sites for interpreting the culture. (b) Recommendations.— The study shall include recommendations with respect to— (1) measures for the preservation of resources associated with the Mimbres culture located in and around the vicinity of Silver City, New Mexico; and (2) indications of types and general intensities of development, including a visitor facility with sufficient space to accommodate exhibits of Mimbres pottery and information regarding the Masau Trail, that would be associated with public enjoyment and use of the sites, including general location and anticipated costs. (c) Completion of Study.— The study shall be completed and transmitted to the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate not later than one year after the date on which funds are appropriated for the study.