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The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University plans to return four culturally significant items to the Osage Nation, as they qualify as objects of cultural patrimony under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These items, woven bags or satchels collected in the early 1900s, are important to the Osage Tribe's heritage. Requests for the repatriation of these items can be made by other qualified tribes or lineal descendants until February 18, 2025, when the repatriation may occur. The National Park Service is assisting with the notice but is not responsible for the determinations made regarding the items' return.

The Shawnee National Forest is planning to give back the remains of 10 Native American individuals to their recognized relatives or tribes, in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). If no claims are made by March 18, 2026, these remains will be considered unclaimed. The claims are to be sent to Heather Carey, the Heritage Program Manager at Shawnee National Forest. The tribes given priority for these remains include various tribes from Oklahoma, such as the Absentee Shawnee Tribe and the Osage Nation.

The Robert S. Peabody Institute of Archaeology at Phillips Academy has completed an inventory of human remains and related objects as outlined by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). They found a cultural connection between the remains and artifacts with several Native American tribes, including the Cherokee Nation and The Osage Nation. Repatriation of these remains and objects can begin after January 6, 2025, and requests must be made by tribes or individuals showing clear evidence of connection. The National Park Service published this notice, although decisions about the remains are made solely by the Institute.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is seeking public comments on their proposal to renew an information collection regarding probate of Indian estates, excluding members of the Osage Nation and Five Civilized Tribes. This information is essential for compiling probate files that help determine heirs and distribute trust assets after a person's death. Feedback is requested on the necessity, burden, and methods of this data collection to ensure its proper and efficient use. Comments are to be submitted by January 8, 2025, and are publicly accessible, though personal information may not be withheld.

The Department of Anthropology at Northern Illinois University (NIU) has completed an inventory of human remains under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). They found that the remains, representing three Native American individuals, have a cultural connection with The Osage Nation. The National Park Service has outlined the process for repatriation, which can start after January 6, 2025. Requests for repatriation can be submitted by the identified tribes or other eligible claimants who can demonstrate a connection.