The National Parks Service has awarded five grants in North Dakota totaling more than $1.1 million for state and tribal preservation, Sen. Kevin Cramer announced on Wednesday.

The State of North Dakota received $787,991 to fund and support preservation programs and efforts, and four tribes in North Dakota also received funds, including:

– $103,609 to Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.

– $95,396 to Three Affiliated Tribes.

– $84,825 to Spirit Lake Tribe

– $78,595 to Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa.

The tribal grants are designated to be used for tribal preservation programs, assistance in the preservation of cultural heritage, and promotion of the protection of historically significant sites.