Protecting Tribal Lands and Cultural Sites on Federal Property
This act strengthens the rights of Native American tribes to protect their sacred sites and ancestral lands on federal properties. It grants tribes greater influence over decisions concerning these lands, including a right of first refusal and mandatory consultations, aiming to better preserve their heritage and traditions.
Key points
Mandates consultation with Native American tribes before selling federal lands with cultural or historical significance to them.
Grants Native American tribes a right of first refusal to purchase important federal lands at fair market value.
Ensures that information about tribal sacred sites and cultural practices remains confidential during consultation processes.
Includes Native American tribal representatives in advisory councils and planning processes for federal land management.
Expired
Citizen Poll