What did the Land and Water Conservation Act do? The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) was established by Congress in 1964 to fulfill a bipartisan commitment to safeguard natural areas, water resources and cultural heritage, and to provide recreation opportunities to all Americans.
When was LWCF passed? On March 12, 2019, the President signed permanent authorization of LWCF into public law, culminating a major victory for public land and outdoor recreation opportunities.
How is the Land and Water Conservation Fund funded? The LWCF is funded by revenue from offshore oil and gas leases. The Land and Water Conservation Fund provides competitive grants to states for local preservation and recreation projects, along with a federal portion to acquire lands and waters for public recreation or cultural resource preservation.
What does Nasorlo mean? NASORLO – National Association of State Outdoor Recreation Liaison Officers.