U.S. Committee Guards Bolivian, Egyptian, Greek Relics from Raiders
Published Date: 1/26/2026
Notice
Summary
The Cultural Property Advisory Committee is meeting March 3-5, 2026, to discuss extending agreements that protect cultural treasures from Bolivia, Egypt, and Greece. The public can watch and even speak during a virtual session on March 3, with chances to send in comments by February 20. These decisions help keep priceless artifacts safe and affect museums, collectors, and countries involved.
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Review of import restrictions for cultural property
The Cultural Property Advisory Committee will review proposed extensions of agreements with Bolivia, Egypt, and Greece from March 3-5, 2026. The agenda includes categories of archaeological and ethnological material that may be included in import restrictions, which could affect museums, collectors, and others who import or acquire such items.
Public comment and participation rules
The public may observe a virtual open session on March 3, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (EST) and registered participants may give oral comments. To register to speak or request accommodations, email your name and organizational affiliation by February 20, 2026; written comments must be received by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on February 20, 2026 via regulations.gov (docket DOS-2026-0133) or confidentially by email if they contain privileged information.
Public posting and confidentiality of comments
Written comments submitted via regulations.gov will be posted publicly; confidential or privileged comments must be emailed to the designated address and labeled for Bolivia, Egypt, and/or Greece. The Department warns not to include personally identifying or confidential financial information in public submissions.
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