Consultation with states and Indian tribes.

§ 3420.1–7 Consultation with states and Indian tribes. Before adopting a comprehensive land use plan or land use analysis that makes an assessment of lands acceptable for further consideration for leasing, the Bureau of Land Management or other surface management agency shall consult with the state Governor and the state agency charged with the responsibility for maintaining the state's unsuitability program (43 CFR 3461.4–1). Where a tribal government administers areas within or near the boundaries of a comprehensive land use plan or land use analysis being prepared by the Bureau of Land Management, the Bureau shall consult with the tribal government. [44 FR 42615, July 19, 1979. Redesignated and amended at 47 FR 33137, July 30, 1982]