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Native American Sacred Lands Act

Introduced: July 18, 2002 See on congress.gov
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Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Sep 25, 2002
Committee Hearings Held.
Jul 24, 2002
Executive Comment Requested from Interior.
Jul 18, 2002
Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
Jul 18, 2002
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1293)
Jul 18, 2002
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service
Native American Sacred Lands Act - Requires managers of Federal lands to: (1) accommodate access and use by Indian religious practitioners; (2) prevent significant damage to Indian sacred lands; and (3) consult with Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations before taking significant actions concerning such lands.

Prohibits undertakings likely to cause significant damage to Indian sacred lands.

Grants Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations the right to petition the department or agency with administrative jurisdiction to have Federal lands designated as unsuitable for certain undertakings. Permits appeals through the Federal agency appeals board or in U. S. district courts. Provides relief through monetary damages, injunctions, or mandamus.

Provides for the withdrawal of lands determined to be unsuitable. Requires Federal land use plans to be modified accordingly.

Protects the confidentiality of information in a petition as it pertains to traditional cultural practice, religion, or the significance and location of sacred land. Imposes criminal penalties for violations of such confidentiality.

Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to make grants to assist Indian tribes in activities under this Act. Requires the Secretary to consult with Indian tribes in developing regulations.

What's happening now September 25, 2002

Committee Hearings Held.

 Committees of jurisdiction 1
 Cosponsors 2
All 2 Democratic 2