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CAP Act

H.R. 3990, the CAP Act 

The“National Monument Creation and Protection Act” or “CAP Act,” restores the original intent of the Antiquities Act (Act) while modernizing the law for the 21st Century. This comprehensive reform bill includes provisions to protect endangered antiquities, prevent abuse of executive authority in the designation of excessively large monuments, empower local communities and protect private property rights. Currently, the Antiquities Act has no mechanism for public transparency or input. The “CAP Act” provides for the protection of archeological resources while ensuring public transparency and accountability in monument designations. Necessarily impede outdoor sporting activities.

 

Documents
Chairman Bishop Op-Ed Part 1: Antiquities Act is a Menace to Constitutional Government 
Chairman Bishop Op-Ed Part 2: Restore the Antiquities Act's Noble Vision
Hearing Memo
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Letters of Support