The Senate by voice vote unanimously confirmed Charles “Chuck” Sams III as the next director of the National Park Service last week. He will be the first Native American to lead the agency in its 105-year history.
Sams’ confirmation marks the first time in nearly five years that the department will have an official director. The position has been filled with various people serving as acting heads since January 2017.
In a press release, tribal leaders commended the confirmation, with Confederated Tribes trustee member Kat Brigham saying that Sams “knows the outdoors.” For the full CBS News story, click here.
