What does PRESERVATION OF A HISTORIC PLACE; PROHIBITIONS ON USE; of Preserve the Traditional Cultural Place Chí’chil Biłdagoteel Historic District Act do?

The Secretary must preserve the natural condition of the Chi'chil Bimdagoteel Historic District Activities that could harm the physical or cultural integrity of the area are prohibited Mining-related activities are prohibited on the National Forest System land in the District

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Preserve the Traditional Cultural Place Chí’chil Biłdagoteel Historic District Act

Q: What does Preamble of Preserve the Traditional Cultural Place Chí’chil Biłdagoteel Historic District Act do?

This bill aims to preserve the Traditional Cultural Place of Chi'chil Bimdagoteel Historic District The district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Q: What does SHORT TITLE. of Preserve the Traditional Cultural Place Chí’chil Biłdagoteel Historic District Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Preserve the Traditional Cultural Place Chi'chil Bimdagoteel Historic District Act.

Q: What does FINDINGS. of Preserve the Traditional Cultural Place Chí’chil Biłdagoteel Historic District Act do?

This section outlines findings related to Chi'chil Bimdagoteel, also known as Oak Flat, a location with deep cultural and religious significance to Native American tribes, particularly Western Apaches. The text details the history of Chi'chil Bimdagoteel, including its designation as a traditional cultural place, its listing on the National Register of Historic Places, and the extensive consultations conducted during the nomination process. The Southeast Arizona Land Exchange Act facilitated the transfer of approximately 2,422 acres within the Chi'chil Bimdagoteel Historic District to Resolution Copper, a joint venture involving foreign mining corporations. The findings express concerns about the potential environmental and cultural impacts of the Resolution Copper Mine, including groundwater depletion, land subsidence, and the destruction of sacred sites. The text highlights the foreign ownership of Resolution Copper and raises concerns about the export of copper extracted from public land, as well as the companies' history of environmental and human rights violations. The Resolution Copper Mine project is projected to consume a significant amount of groundwater and create a large toxic waste dump, potentially impacting downstream communities.

Q: What does DEFINITIONS. of Preserve the Traditional Cultural Place Chí’chil Biłdagoteel Historic District Act do?

This section defines terms used in the Act. Definitions include Chi'chil Bimdagoteel Historic District, Indian Tribe, and National Forest System. Resolution Copper is defined as a company formed to extract copper from the historic district.

Q: What does WITHDRAWAL. of Preserve the Traditional Cultural Place Chí’chil Biłdagoteel Historic District Act do?

This section withdraws National Forest System land within the Chi'chil Bimdagoteel Historic District. The withdrawal prohibits entry, appropriation, or disposal under public land laws. It also prohibits location, entry, and patent under mining laws. Finally, it restricts disposition under laws related to mineral and geothermal leasing or mineral materials.

Last updated: 3/17/2026 · Introduced: 3/17/2026

Author: Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill withdraws National Forest System land within the Chi'chil Bimdagoteel Historic District from entry, appropriation, or disposal under public land laws, and prohibits mining-related activities on the land.
The Secretary must preserve the natural condition of the Chi'chil Bimdagoteel Historic District and prohibit activities that could harm the physical or cultural integrity of the area.
The bill prohibits location, entry, and patent under mining laws, and restricts disposition under laws related to mineral and geothermal leasing or mineral materials within the Chi'chil Bimdagoteel Historic District.

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