Law Enforcement Agreements

Objective

Cooperative work between the Forest Service with State and local law enforcement agencies to enhance the enforcement and/or supervision of their laws or ordinances on lands within or part of any unit of the National Forest System. To increase the protection of persons and their property when visiting the National Forest System, and to utilize the opportunity to cooperate with States and Federal agencies in carrying out their specific responsibilities related to the National Forest System.

Who Can Apply

• U.S. Federal Government
• U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia)
• Federally Recognized Indian/Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Government
• County Government (inclusive of boroughs in Alaska, parishes and other governmental entities with geographic regional control and authority)
• Local
• State
• Tribal

Cooperators include any State or political subdivision (that is, local governments). Cooperative Law Enforcement Agreements are most commonly entered into with county governments.

Who Benefits

• State
• Local

Assistance Types

• Other Financial Assistance

Program Contact

tracie.wilkinson@usda.gov
202-205-1664