DEFENDING SECTION 106: PROTECTING HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Take action to safeguard the consultation requirements and protections of the National Historic Preservation Act.

As preservationists facing significant local changes—such as the planned replacement of our National Register-listed Centennial Bridge—ensuring robust federal and state oversight is more critical than ever. The Scott County Historic Preservation Society board urges our members and community to support the integrity of Section 106.

Call to Action: Contact Your Representatives

Per guidance from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, please contact your state and federal representatives today and urge them to:

• Oppose Weakening Changes: Oppose regulatory changes that weaken the protections and consultation requirements established under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Ensure Statutory Intent: Encourage the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation to develop regulations consistent with the intent of Congress and the statutory requirements of the NHPA.
• Support Transparency: Support a transparent regulatory process that fully considers the perspectives of State and Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, Tribal Nations, local governments, preservation organizations, property owners, and the public.

Share Your Section 106 Success Story

Have you or your community experienced a successful preservation outcome through the Section 106 process? The National Trust wants to hear your stories! You can submit your experiences via their Section 106 Success Story Survey.

To learn more about how Section 106 protects historic sites and how you can get involved, visit the National Trust for Historic Preservation Section 106 Resource Page.

From the SCHPS Board of Directors

We encourage everyone to write to their representatives to share their views on the vital importance of preserving Section 106 protections in our communities.