STUDY OF REFUGE POTENTIAL AND FUTURE REFUGE LAND ACQUISITION.

SEC. 603. STUDY OF REFUGE POTENTIAL AND FUTURE REFUGE LAND ACQUISITION.(a) Study.—The Secretary shall initiate within 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act a study to evaluate the fish and wildlife habitat and aquatic and terrestrial communities located in Northeastern Pennsylvania and identified on the map entitled, “Proposed Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge—Authorization Boundary”, dated February 24, 2005, for their potential acquisition by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service through donation, exchange, or willing seller purchase and subsequent inclusion in a future Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge.(b) Consultation.—The Secretary, while conducting the study required under this section, shall consult appropriate State and local officials, private conservation organizations, major landowners and other interested persons, regarding the identification of eligible lands, waters, and interests therein that are appropriate for acquisition for a national wildlife refuge and the determination of boundaries within which such acquisitions should be made.(c) Components of Study.—As part of the study under this section the Secretary shall do the following:(1) Determine if the fish and wildlife habitat and aquatic and terrestrial communities to be evaluated are suitable for inclusion in the National Wildlife Refuge System and management under the policies of the National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966 (16 U.S.C. 668dd et seq.).120 STAT. 2081(2) Assess the conservation benefits to be gained from the establishment of a Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge including—(A) preservation and maintenance of diverse populations of fish, wildlife, and plants, including species listed as threatened species or endangered species;(B) protection and enhancement of aquatic and wetland habitats;(C) opportunities for compatible wildlife-dependent recreation, scientific research, and environmental education and interpretation; and(D) fulfillment of international obligations of the United States with respect to fish, wildlife, and their habitats.(3) Provide an opportunity for public participation and give special consideration to views expressed by local public and private entities regarding lands, waters, and interests therein for potential future acquisition for refuge purposes.(4) The total area of lands, water, and interests therein that may be acquired shall not in the aggregate exceed 30,000 acres.(d) Report.—The Secretary shall, within 12 months after date of the enactment of this Act, complete the study required by this section and submit a report containing the results thereof to the Committee on Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate. The report shall include—(1) a map that identifies and prioritizes specific lands, waters, and interests therein for future acquisition, and that delineates an acquisition boundary, for a potential Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge;(2) a cost estimate for the acquisition of all lands, waters, and interests therein that are appropriate for refuge status; and(3) an estimate of potentially available acquisition and management funds from non-Federal sources.(e) Authorization of Appropriations.—There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary $200,000 to carry out the study.