Northern Arizona Protection Act: Changes to National Monument Status
This act aims to nullify the presidential proclamation establishing the Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni-Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument. This means the area will no longer be protected as a national monument, potentially impacting access to natural resources and regional economic development. Furthermore, future monument designations in this area will require express Congressional authorization.
Key points
Nullification of the Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni-Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument status.
Restriction on future national monument designations in this area without Congressional approval.
Potential opening of the area to mineral extraction, which could affect the local environment and economy.
Introduced
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