Historic Preservation Laws, Executive Orders, and Regulations
The following is an annotated list of commonly used Historic Preservation Laws, Regulations and Executive Orders of importance to Native Americans.
A more comprehensive list of Federal laws and regulations that govern the preservation of the
Historic Preservation Laws, Executive Orders, and Regulations
The following is an annotated list of commonly used Historic Preservation Laws, Regulations and Executive Orders of importance to Native Americans.
A more comprehensive list of Federal laws and regulations that govern the preservation of the nation's cultural heritage can be found here.
In addition, Federal Historic Preservation Laws: The Official Compilation of U.S. Cultural Heritage Statutes (2006) is available for download.
Laws | Executive Orders | Regulations
American Indian Religious Freedom Act of 1978, as amended (AIRFA) [42 U.S.C. 1996]
AIRFA states that it is US government policy to respect the inherent right of American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians to practice their traditional religions. This has been interpreted by the courts to mean that Federal agencies must consult with Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations concerning projects the agencies propose to undertake that may affect traditional religious practices, as well as places and sacred objects used in r