On behalf of the Southwest Conference, Rev. Dr. Bill Lyons is one of 253 faith and Indigenous leaders who signed sent this letter to Secretary Deb Haaland in support of increased protections for the Greater Chaco Landscape, including the Biden Administration’s proposed withdrawal of federal lands within 10 miles of Chaco Culture National Historical park from future oil and gas drilling for 20 years. The letter thanks the Secretary for the proposed withdrawal, and urges its final approval. Several other SWC clergy also signed the letter.