25 CFR Part 135 – Construction Assessments, Crow Indian Irrigation Project
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| Subpart A | Charges Assessed Against Irrigation District Lands |
| Subpart B | Charges Assessed Against Non-Indian Lands Not Included in an Irrigation District |
Terms Used In 25 CFR Part 135 - Construction Assessments, Crow Indian Irrigation Project
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