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On the recordJune 6, 2023
And Chaco Canyon and the withdrawal would be an example of that, in terms of protecting that sacred site that is sacred to not only the pueblos, but Indian Country across the nation?
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Raúl Grijalva
Democratic · Arizona

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Grijalva referenced Chaco Canyon as a significant site for protection efforts.

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