Russell Begaye: “The Navajo Nation definitively states that we had no consultation on H.R. 4532, and we hereby reaffirm our opposition to…”

This bill's 'tribal-management' is tribal in name only.

The Navajo Nation elected leadership and our grassroots community fully supported and advocated for the original designation.

Language preservation funding like Ester Martinez has provided resources for programs across Indian Country to help our youth learn their Native languages to preserve our rich traditions and unique culture.

The bill stifles the tribal voice in monument management, and the bill eliminates protection for our cultural patrimony.