Request for Comments on Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) Proposed Policy Statement

A draft policy statement entitled "Using Archaeological Resources for Public Benefit, including Education and Heritage Tourism," is the product of the ACHP’s Archaeology Task Force subcommittee and is being circulated for public comment in the Federal Register, and on the ACHP's website at www.achp.gov. After review of comments received, the Chair of the Task Force plans to bring the policy and guidance before the full ACHP membership for adoption at its August 15, 2008 quarterly meeting.

Comments are due to ACHP by July 11, 2008. Please note that all comments received will become part of the public record. For further information contact: Dr. Tom McCulloch, (202) 606-8554, or visit www.achp.gov.