Environmental
A Minnesota property developer encounters unexpected archaeological artifacts during excavation. Under Minnesota law, what must they do?
AContinue excavation since the artifacts become the developer's property
BStop work and notify the State Archaeologist and potentially SHPO✓ Correct
CDocument the artifacts and continue construction
DOnly stop if the artifacts appear to be Native American in origin
Explanation
Discovery of archaeological artifacts, particularly Native American burial sites or cultural resources, requires stopping work and notifying the Minnesota State Archaeologist and potentially the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and Minnesota Statute 307.08 protect Native American burial sites. Minnesota has significant Native American heritage and strong legal protections for cultural resources.
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