Protecting Native American Burial Sites and Cultural Resources in California
This new act establishes a pilot program to protect Native American burial sites, village sites, and cultural resources discovered during civil works projects in the Sacramento River watershed. It ensures respect for Native American heritage by allowing tribes to recover and rebury remains and artifacts, and to participate in the construction process. Citizens can be assured that important historical sites will be protected and their discovery will not lead to destruction.
Key points
Establishes a pilot program in California's Sacramento River watershed to protect Native American burial sites and cultural resources.
Requires consultation and consent from affected Indian Tribes for identifying and setting aside reburial areas.
Allows tribes to take responsibility for recovery and reburial, with federal reimbursement for reasonable costs.
Permits the hiring of 'Tribal monitors' during construction to oversee the process and protect sites.
Ensures confidentiality of information regarding the locations of burial sites and cultural resources to prevent unauthorized activities.
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