On January 14, 2025, President Biden designated Chuckwalla National Monument in Southern California and Sáttítla Highlands National Monument in Northern California. Tribal leaders, elected officials, and community members celebrated the move, highlighting its significance for conservation, climate action, and tribal heritage. Senator Alex Padilla praised the designation as a major step in protecting public lands, wildlife, and sacred sites while promoting clean energy and equitable access to nature. Chuckwalla National Monument will span over 624,000 acres south of Joshua Tree National Park, supporting tribal sovereignty, the local economy, and outdoor access, with boundaries designed to avoid conflict with renewable energy development.
Read the Proclamation on the Establishment of the Chuckwalla National Monument
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