43 C.F.R. § 49.100 – When is a permit required to collect paleontological resources on Federal land?

(a) A permit is required for any person to collect paleontological resources, except as allowed in provisions in subpart I of this part.
(b) A permit may be required by a Federal land manager for paleontological research or paleontological consulting activities that do not involve collection.
(c) A permit is required for Federal Government personnel, agents, or contractors to collect paleontological resources unless the bureau authorizes the action by programmatic or other means.