Utah Code Title 9. Cultural and Community Engagement § 9-8-304. Antiquities Section created--Duties

(a) promote research, study, and activities in the field of antiquities;

(b) assist with the marking, protection, and preservation of sites;

(c) assist with the collection, preservation, and administration of specimens until the specimens are placed in a repository or curation facility;

(d) provide advice on the protection and orderly development of archaeological resources, and in doing so confer with the Public Lands Policy Coordinating Office if requested;

(e) assist with the excavation, retrieval, and proper care of ancient human remains discovered on nonfederal lands in accordance with:

(f) collect and administer site survey and excavation records;

(g) edit and publish antiquities records;

(h) inform the state historic preservation officer in writing about any request for advice or consultation from an agency or an agency's agent;  and

(i) employ an archaeologist meeting the requirements of 36 C.F.R. 61.4.