WALNUT CANYON STUDY.

SEC. 7201. WALNUT CANYON STUDY.(a) Definitions.—In this section:(1) Map.—The term “map” means the map entitled “Walnut Canyon Proposed Study Area” and dated July 17, 2007.(2) Secretaries.—The term “Secretaries” means the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture, acting jointly.(3) Study area.—The term “study area” means the area identified on the map as the “Walnut Canyon Proposed Study Area”.(b) Study.—(1) In general.—The Secretaries shall conduct a study of the study area to assess—(A) the suitability and feasibility of designating all or part of the study area as an addition to Walnut Canyon National Monument, in accordance with section 8(c) of Public Law 91–383 (16 U.S.C. 1a–5(c));(B) continued management of the study area by the Forest Service; or(C) any other designation or management option that would provide for—(i) protection of resources within the study area; and(ii) continued access to, and use of, the study area by the public.(2) Consultation.—The Secretaries shall provide for public comment in the preparation of the study, including consultation with appropriate Federal, State, and local governmental entities.123 STAT. 1206(3) Report.—Not later than 18 months after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this section, the Secretaries shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report that describes—(A) the results of the study; and(B) any recommendations of the Secretaries.(4) Authorization of appropriations.—There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as are necessary to carry out this section.