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Show 193 gress the results of examinations and surveys, giving estimates of cost of all contemplated works, the quantity and location of the lands which can be irrigated therefrom, and all facts rela- tive to the practicability of each irrigation project, together with the cost of works being constructed and those com- pleted.247 In 1924, Congress required that, as a condition prec- edent to construction or submission of estimates for new proj- ects and new divisions of projects, the Secretary secure detailed information "concerning the water supply, the engineering fea- tures, the cost of construction, land prices, and the probable cost of development," together with his written finding that the project is feasible, that it is adaptable for actual settlement and farm homes, and that it will probably return the cost to the United States.248 In 1939, Congress directed that the feasibility reports and findings of the Secretary, the expanded contents of which have already been set forth in detail, be submitted to "the President and to the Congress."249 Similarly, we have noted that reports must include the written views and recommendations of af- fected states and of the Secretary of the Army.250 In respect of wildlife resources, there must also be included the reports and recommendations of the Secretary of the Interior and of the head of the state agency concerned with wildlife resources.251 Authorization of Projects.-While the 1902 Act pre- scribed no formula for project authorization, it did require the Secretary to report annually to Congress on, among other things, all facts relative to the "practicability of each irriga- tion project."262 But the Reclamation Fund became exhausted before the projects initiated were completed.253 As a result, Congress in 1910 repealed the 1902 provision requiring that the 247 Act of June 17,1902, § 2, 32 Stat. 388. 248 Act of December 5, 1924, § 4, subsection B, 43 Stat. 672, 702, 43 U. S. C. 412. 849 Act of August 4, 1939, § 9(a), 53 Stat. 1187, 1193, 43 XL S. C. 485h(a) ; see supra, p. 188. 250 See supra, p. 191. 251 See supra, pp. 191-192. 282 Act of June 17,1902, § 2, 32 Stat. 388, as amended, 43 U. S. C. 411. 253 H. Rep. No. 1635, 61st Cong., 2nd sess., pp. 2-3 (1910). |