REVIEW OF OPERATION OF AGRICULTURAL AND NATURAL RESOURCE PROGRAMS ON TRIBAL TRUST LAND.

SEC. 10910. REVIEW OF OPERATION OF AGRICULTURAL AND NATURAL RESOURCE PROGRAMS ON TRIBAL TRUST LAND. (a) Review.—The Secretary of Agriculture (referred to in this section as the “Secretary”) shall conduct a review of the operation of agricultural and natural resource programs available to farmers and ranchers operating on tribal and trust land, including— (1) agricultural commodity, price support, and farm income support programs (collectively referred to in this section as “agricultural commodity programs”); (2) conservation programs (including financial and technical assistance); (3) agricultural credit programs; (4) rural development programs; and (5) forestry programs. (b) Criteria for Review.—In carrying out the review under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider— (1) the extent to which agricultural commodity programs and conservation programs are consistent with tribal goals and priorities regarding the sustainable use of agricultural land; (2) strategies for increasing tribal participation in agricultural commodity programs and conservation programs; (3) the educational and training opportunities available to Indian tribes and members of Indian tribes in the practical, technical, and professional aspects of agriculture and land management; and (4) the development and management of agricultural land under the jurisdiction of Indian tribes in accordance with integrated resource management plans that— (A) ensure proper management of the land; (B) produce increased economic returns; (C) promote employment opportunities; and (D) improve the social and economic well-being of Indian tribes and members of Indian tribes. (c) Consultation.—In carrying out this section, the Secretary shall consult with— (1) the Secretary of the Interior; (2) local officers and employees of the Department of Agriculture; and (3) program recipients. (d) Report.—Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report that contains— 116 STAT. 540 (1) a description of the results of the review conducted under this section; (2) recommendations for program improvements; and (3) a description of actions that will be taken to carry out the improvements.