The Bylaws, Article III, Section 2, state that goals of the Council are: (a) to promote and coordinate communication and cooperation within the archaeological community; (b) to encourage the development and implementation of professional quality in archaeological research and reports; (c) to work for the preservation and conservation of the prehistoric and historic heritage of the State; (d) to uphold State, Federal, County and Municipal laws, rules, and regulations that protect cultural resources; (e) to advocate and publicize these objectives in the State of Arizona; and (f) to educate the public about the goals and methods of archaeology and to promote greater understanding between archaeological organizations and Native American communities.