Proposed Draft Contact List Regulations
On October 23, 2023, the Native American Heritage Commission released draft contact list regulations for a 90-day tribal comment and consultation period. At the January 19, 2024, meeting, the NAHC extended the comment and consultation period to March 1, 2024. During the 120-day tribal comment and consultation period the NAHC conducted four virtual and five in person listening sessions at Redding, Los Angeles, United Auburn Indian Community, Bishop, and Rincon. Additionally, the Commission engaged in individual consultation sessions with 23 tribes and 1 tribal consortium consisting of 12 tribes. Based on the comments received, the Commission revised the draft regulations.
On December 11, 2025, the Commission extended the tribal consultation and comment period on the revised draft through January 26, 2026, after which time additional revisions may be made to the draft regulations.
Draft Regulations and Related Materials
Summary of Comments to Revised Draft as of January 15, 2026
Roundtable Listening Sessions and Individual Tribal Consultations Conducted
Overview of Revisions to October 23, 2023, Draft Regulations
Red-line Comparison of October 23, 2023, Draft to Current Draft
Summary and Response to Comments Received on October 23, 2023, Draft
Prior Drafts and Related Materials
Proposed Draft Contact List Regulations
Contact List Regulations Questions for Consideration