Decree of 13 December 2002 instituting the “Contagem” Biological Reserve, in the Federal District. Country/Territory Brazil Document type Regulation Date 2002 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Protected area National parks Policy/planning Ecosystem preservation Geographical area Americas, South America Entry into force notes This Decree enters into force on the date of its publication. Abstract This Decree, composed of 8 articles, institutes the “Contagem” National Park located in the Federal District. The aim of the Decree is to preserve the existing ecosystems, enabling the scientific research and the development of environmental activities. The Decree stipulates that the land included in the National Park pertains to the Union and, as such, shall be administered by the Brazilian Institute for Environment and Natural Resources (IBAMA). Finally the Decree regulates the admitted water Full text Portuguese Website www.senado.gov.br