# 43 C.F.R. § 49.100 (2026): When is a permit required to collect paleontological resources on Federal land?

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## Section

- **Citation:** 43 C.F.R. § 49.100 (2026)
- **Heading:** When is a permit required to collect paleontological resources on Federal land?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 43 CFR: Public Lands: Interior / Part 49: PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION / Subpart B: Paleontological Resources Permitting › Requirements, Modifications, and Appeals / § 49.100: § 49.100   When is a permit required to collect paleontological resources on Federal land?

## Text

(a) A permit is required for any person to collect paleontological resources, except as allowed in provisions in subpart I of this part.
(b) A permit may be required by a Federal land manager for paleontological research or paleontological consulting activities that do not involve collection.
(c) A permit is required for Federal Government personnel, agents, or contractors to collect paleontological resources unless the bureau authorizes the action by programmatic or other means.

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