§ 1421b. Stranding response agreements

(a) In general

The Secretary may enter into an agreement under section 1382 (c) of this title with any person to take marine mammals under section 1379 (h)(1) of this title in response to a stranding.

(b) Required provision

An agreement authorized by subsection (a) of this section shall—

(1) specify each person who is authorized to perform activities under the agreement; and

(2) specify any terms and conditions under which a person so specified may delegate that authority to another person.

The Secretary shall periodically review agreements under section 1382 (c) of this title that are entered into pursuant to this subchapter, for performance adequacy and effectiveness.

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§ 1421b. Stranding response agreements