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Graham County adopts resolution opposing unilateral use of Antiquities Act
Summary
The Graham County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Resolution 2025-01 urging Congress to limit presidential discretion under the Antiquities Act and to require consultation with local stakeholders before large national monument designations.
The Graham County Board of Supervisors on Jan. 21 unanimously approved Resolution 2025-01 opposing what the board called unilateral use of the Antiquities Act by the president to designate large national monuments without local input.
Supporters said the resolution seeks to require congressional and local approval for large-scale land designations. "I'm just opposed ... to having it be done unilaterally so that there's no consultation with any of the local agencies or taxing authorities," Supervisor David said, describing past designations made without meetings in affected counties. He…
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