Regarding cultural resource protection for certain land use activities that are categorically exempt from the state environmental policy act.

This bill requires cities and counties to adopt ordinances protecting archaeological and cultural resources by July 1, 2029, in consultation with federally recognized Indian tribes. These ordinances must meet minimum standards set by the department of archaeology and historic preservation. The bill also establishes a task force to review existing protections and make recommendations to the legislature by December 1, 2028.

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