Alaska Native Carvers Fight for Ivory Art
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Alaska Native ivory carvers advocate for the ARTIST Act, aiming to halt state bans on their legally made walrus ivory and baleen jewelry. The act, supported by Senator Dan Sullivan and Representative Nick Begich, seeks to preserve traditional lifestyles in Bering Strait villages. Megan Onders from Nome testified, highlighting confusion caused by state bans. Representative Jared Huffman supports clarification, with negotiations ongoing to maintain elephant protections.
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