Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area Act
Summary
Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area Act - Establishes the Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area, which shall include the counties of Santa Fe, Rio Arriba, and Taos, in New Mexico.
Designates Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area, Inc., as the Area's management entity which: (1) shall develop, submit, and implement a management plan that includes recommendations for conservation, funding, management, development, and interpretation of the Area; (2) may provide assistance to tribal and local governments and other entities to carry out the plan; and (3) may not use Federal funds received under this Act to acquire real property.
Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to provide technical and financial assistance to develop and implement the management plan.
Authorizes appropriations.