(1) describes the status of the national geologic mapping program;
(2) describes and evaluates the progress achieved during the preceding 2 years in developing the national geologic map database; and
(3) includes any recommendations that the Secretary may have for legislative or other action to achieve the purposes of sections 31c through 31f of this title.
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CHAPTER 2— UNITED STATES GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
§ 31. Director of United States Geological Survey
§ 31c. Geologic mapping program
§ 31e. Geologic mapping program 5-year plan
§ 31f. National geologic map database
§ 31h. Authorization of appropriations
§ 31i. Report on resource research activities
§ 31j. Biological research activity of Survey; review and report by National Academy of Sciences
§ 31k. National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System
§ 31l. Earth Mapping Resources Initiative
§ 36a. Acquisition of scientific or technical books, maps, etc., for library
§ 38. Topographic surveys; marking elevations
§ 41. Publications and reports; preparation and sale
§ 42. Distribution of maps and atlases, etc.
§ 42a. Use of receipts from sale of maps for map printing and distribution
§ 43. Copies to Senators, Representatives, and Delegates
§ 44. Sale of transfers or copies of data
§ 45. Production and sale of copies of photographs and records; disposition of receipts
§ 49. Extension of cooperative work to Puerto Rico
§ 50–1. Funds for mappings and investigations considered intragovernmental funds
§ 50a. Working capital fund for United States Geological Survey
§ 50c. Payment of costs incidental to utilization of services of volunteers