Antiquities Protection Amendments

HB 388 amends Utah’s historic preservation law (Section 9-8a-203) to strengthen public education and training about cultural site protection. The bill requires the State Historic Preservation Office to launch a statewide media campaign educating the public on cultural site significance, legal protections under Title 76, Chapter 6, Part 9, and how to report violations. It also mandates free seminars and training for state agencies, local governments, and individuals on preserving cultural sites. These changes directly affect Utah residents, land managers, and cultural site users by clarifying legal responsibilities and promoting proactive site protection, with no new state funding required.