Can these regulations be administered by tribes, on the Secretary's or on BIA's behalf?
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Except insofar as these regulations provide for the granting, approval, or enforcement of agricultural leases and permits, the provisions in these regulations that authorize or require us to take certain actions will extend to any tribe or tribal organization that is administering specific programs or providing specific services under a contract or self-governance compact entered into under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450f et seq.).
[66 FR 7109, Jan. 22, 2001, as amended at 77 FR 72474, Dec. 5, 2012]
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