It is declared that it is a national policy to preserve for public use historic sites, buildings, and objects of national significance for the inspiration and benefit of the people of the United States.
Structure US Code
Title 54— NATIONAL PARK SERVICE AND RELATED PROGRAMS
Subtitle III— National Preservation Programs
DIVISION C— AMERICAN ANTIQUITIES
CHAPTER 3201— POLICY AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
§ 320101. Declaration of national policy
§ 320102. Powers and duties of Secretary
§ 320103. Cooperation with governmental and private agencies and individuals
§ 320104. Jurisdiction of States in acquired land
§ 320106. Limitation on obligation or expenditure of appropriated amounts