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Chaco Heritage Protection: Permanent Ban on Drilling and Mining on Federal Lands.

This law permanently protects federal lands surrounding the Chaco Culture National Historical Park in New Mexico by banning new oil, gas drilling, and mineral extraction. The goal is to safeguard invaluable archaeological sites, sacred places, and the health and quality of life of local communities, including Native American Tribes. Non-producing oil and gas leases in this area will automatically terminate, ensuring long-term preservation of the cultural landscape.
Key points
Federal Land Withdrawal: Lands surrounding the Chaco Park are protected from new oil/gas leasing, mining, and mineral exploration, reducing environmental contamination risks.
Protecting Heritage and Health: The change aims to preserve historic roads, sacred sites, and the natural environment, mitigating the negative impact of extraction on local communities and their traditional practices.
Termination of Existing Leases: Non-producing oil and gas leases within the protected area will automatically be canceled, accelerating the land protection process.
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Print number: 119_HR_2861
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2025-04-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2861.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal Land Withdrawal: Lands surrounding the Chaco Park are protected from new oil/gas leasing, mining, and mineral exploration, reducing environmental contamination risks.
  • Protecting Heritage and Health: The change aims to preserve historic roads, sacred sites, and the natural environment, mitigating the negative impact of extraction on local communities and their traditional practices.
  • Termination of Existing Leases: Non-producing oil and gas leases within the protected area will automatically be canceled, accelerating the land protection process.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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