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40 U.S.C. § 8126 — Temporary occupancy of Potomac Park by Secretary of Agriculture

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  1. (a)Not More Than 75 AcresThe Director of the National Park Service may allow the Secretary of Agriculture to temporarily occupy as a testing ground not more than 75 acres of Potomac Park not needed in any one season for reclamation or park improvement. The Secretary shall vacate the area at the close of any season on the request of the Director.
  2. (b)Continue as Public Park Under DirectorThis section does not change the essential character of the land used, which shall continue to be a public park under the charge of the Director.