S 1412
Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act of 2025
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:50 AM
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Bill overview
The Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act of 2025 aims to protect a significant area surrounding the Chaco Culture National Historical Park in New Mexico. It establishes a buffer zone by prohibiting new mineral and geothermal leases on federal land within this area. Existing non-producing oil and gas leases will be terminated, and the federal government may convey or exchange the land with Native American Tribes. The bill also seeks to address potential impacts on local communities and preserve the area’s cultural and natural resources, including its dark skies.
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