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We are thrilled to announce a historic milestone in conservation and co-stewardship! Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, Representative @Mike Thompson, the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, Kletsel Dehe Wintun Nation, and the Bureau of Land Management celebrated the expansion of the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument. This landmark event includes a historic co-stewardship agreement to protect the sacred land now known as Molok Luyuk. This Presidential proclamation not only renames the “Walker Ridge” parcel to “Molok Luyuk” but also adds over 13,000 acres of federal public land to the Monument. This ensures the preservation of rich biodiversity, wildlife corridors, and tribal origin stories. Senator Padilla emphasized, "We’re setting a new standard of cooperative stewardship and embarking on a new era of public land management that gives tribes a seat at the table." This is a significant step towards inclusive and sustainable land management. Together, we are ensuring the protection and celebration of this land for future generations. 🌍 #Conservation #PublicLands #TribalStewardship #Sustainability #Leadership