Jerónimo Vasquez Highlights the Profound Benefits of National Monuments and the Antiquities Act

Coconino County Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez, a member of HECHO’s Hispanic Conservation Leadership Council, knows how much national monuments like Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni mean to local communities. From cultural preservation to economic benefits, these protections matter. He strongly advocates for the Antiquities Act—a vital tool that empowers communities to safeguard the places they cherish.