Pub. L. 109-338, tit. II, subtit. A, sec. 206
DUTIES OF THE SECRETARY.
SEC. 206. DUTIES OF THE SECRETARY.(a) Technical and Financial Assistance.—The Secretary may, upon request of the management entity, provide technical and financial assistance to develop and implement the management plan.(b) Priority.—In providing assistance under subsection (a), the Secretary shall give priority to actions that facilitate—(1) the conservation of the significant natural, cultural, historical, archaeological, scenic, and recreational resources of the heritage area; and(2) the provision of educational, interpretive, and recreational opportunities consistent with the resources and associated values of the heritage area.