### Question
How does FEDERAL LAND POLICY AND MANAGEMENT define public lands" has the meaning stated in section 103(e) of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1703(e)).[1](#1786_1_target)


#### (4) Secretary


The term "Secretary?


### Answer
Under *43 U.S.C. § 1786*, **public lands" has the meaning stated in section 103(e) of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1703(e)).[1](#1786_1_target)


#### (4) Secretary


The term "Secretary** is defined as:

> the Secretary of the Interior

#### Citation:
  - *43 U.S.C. § 1786*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 35-FEDERAL LAND POLICY AND MANAGEMENT > SUBCHAPTER VI-DESIGNATED MANAGEMENT AREAS**

