(a) The Regional Director will approve your operations permit if the NPS has determined that your operations:

1. (1) Will not violate the laws governing administration of units of the National Park System; and
2. (2) Will meet all applicable operating standards.

(b) Before approval of your operations permit, you must submit to the Superintendent:

1. (1) Financial assurance in the amount specified by the Regional Director and in accordance with the requirements of §§ 9.140 through 9.144;
2. (2) Proof of liability insurance with limits sufficient to cover injuries to persons or property caused by your operations; and
3. (3) An affidavit stating that the operations planned are in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.