The Navajo Nation Council is considering legislation that seeks to take control of Canyon de Chelly National Monument.

The Navajo Nation agreed to the creation of the monument in 1930. Delegates say it's time for the tribe to resume control of the land, which houses ruins, artifacts and other resources.

The National Park Service is willing to work with the tribe on the takeover of the monument, a spokesperson said. Canyon de Chelly is located near Chinle, Arizona, on the Arizona portion of the reservation.

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Navajo wants Canyon de Chelly resolution repealed (The Gallup Independent 8/23)