Chaco Canyon Buffer Zone Under Fire

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on reducing protections around Chaco Culture National Historical Park in New Mexico. The proposed changes include eliminating the current ten-mile buffer zone, which has prevented new oil and gas leasing for two decades. This move aims to facilitate energy development near the UNESCO World Heritage site, despite opposition from Pueblo communities, environmental groups, and New Mexicos congressional representatives. Public comments are due by April seventh, with further opportunities for input following an environmental review. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fac52dd68775fd6d