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Martin Heinrich: This proposal disrespects the expertise that states and Tribes have in protecting our national history and culture, and…

On the recordJuly 22, 2026
This proposal disrespects the expertise that states and Tribes have in protecting our national history and culture, and it erases the requirement for the federal government to meaningfully consult with Tribal governments before they take actions that would negatively impact sacred, historic, and cultural sites for Tribal communities.
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Martin Heinrich
Democratic · New Mexico

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Statement on proposed changes to historic preservation regulations.

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