The Secretary is authorized to perform such acts, to make such rules and regulations, and to include in contracts relating to the Columbia Basin project such provisions as he deems proper for carrying out the provisions of this Act; and in connection with sales or exchanges under the Act, he is authorized to effect conveyances without regard to the law governing the patenting of public lands. Wherever in this Act functions, powers, or duties are conferred upon the Secretary, said functions, powers, or duties may be performed, exercised, or discharged by his duly authorized representatives.
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CHAPTER 12D— COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT
§ 835. Project authorized; laws applicable
§ 835c. Duties of Secretary of the Interior
§ 835c–1. Taxation and assessments; applicability of State laws
§ 835c–2. Authorization of appropriations; establishment of Columbia Basin Land Development Account
§ 835c–4. General powers of Secretary of the Interior; delegation to authorized representatives
§ 835d. Acquisition of Indian lands, Spokane and Colville Reservations
§ 835e. Payment for lands acquired from Spokane and Colville Reservations
§ 835f. Use of funds deposited to allottees; land and improvements
§ 835g. Relocation of Indian cemeteries
§ 835h. Acts and regulations by Secretary of the Interior
§ 835i. Contracts with State of Washington for maintenance and operation of fish hatcheries