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According to Cultural Resource Laws and Practice: An Introductory Guide by Thomas F. King, cultural resources management involves the administration of “historic places of archaeological, architectural, and historical interest, and considering impacts to such places under the environmental and historic preservation laws.”

The Purpose of Cultural Resources Management

While the practice of cultural resources management (or “CRM”) has evolved over many decades, the most important laws enacted by the federal government are the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act. These regulations form the basis for the federal-state-local system of management for the preservation of places of historical interest.

In Texas, the agency responsible for the oversight of historic preservation in the state is the Texas Historical Commission (THC). According to its website, “THC staff consults with citizens and organizations to preserve Texas' architectural, archeological and cultural landmarks.”