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The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University has completed an inventory of human remains in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The remains, primarily hair clippings from individuals identified as Navajo, were collected during the early 1930s from various locations in Arizona, California, and New Mexico. The museum is working to repatriate these remains to the Navajo Nation or other culturally affiliated tribes. Requests for repatriation can be made by certain tribes, organizations, or lineal descendants, and such repatriation may occur after January 17, 2025.

The University of California, Berkeley has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects, determining a connection to certain Indian Tribes in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The remains and objects were removed from sites across various counties in California and are linked to numerous tribes, including the Miwuk and Mono Indians. Requests for repatriation of these items can be made by the identified tribes, any lineal descendants, or other tribes not listed, with the process potentially starting after May 30, 2025. These efforts are part of a broader initiative to respect and return Native American ancestors and cultural items to their rightful communities.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service in the Tonto National Forest is planning to repatriate Native American human remains and cultural items as part of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The items come from archaeological sites mostly in Gila County, Arizona, and will be returned to the appropriate Native American tribes, including the Ak-Chin Indian Community and the Hopi Tribe. Written claims for these items must be submitted by March 17, 2026, and if no claims are received, the items will remain unclaimed. The repatriation process is set to begin on April 16, 2025.

The Cincinnati Museum Center intends to repatriate a cultural item, specifically a "Hohokam Indian Paint Palette," under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). This item has significant cultural importance to the Tohono O'odham Nation of Arizona and is used in religious ceremonies. The Museum outlined a process for any additional requests for repatriation and stated that the item might be returned on or after January 13, 2025, depending on requests. If multiple requests arise, the Museum will decide the appropriate recipient before proceeding with the repatriation.

In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), Sonoma State University is planning to return cultural items to Native American tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. These items, referred to as unassociated funerary objects, were previously collected from various archaeological sites in Sonoma County, California. The university identified a cultural connection to the Kashia Band of Pomo Indians of the Stewarts Point Rancheria, California, and has initiated the process for repatriation. Competing claims must be resolved by Sonoma State University, which will send the relevant notice to interested parties.

The University of California San Diego plans to return cultural items to the Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma and potentially other eligible groups under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These items, including three historical ledger books, are significant to the tribe and were originally collected in the late 1800s. Repatriation may begin on or after May 19, 2025, and requests must be submitted in writing. If multiple requests are received, the university will determine the most suitable recipient.

San Diego State University plans to repatriate 58 cultural items, specifically ceramic sherds, that have significant cultural value to the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians and the Wilton Rancheria. This action follows the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) procedures. The items were collected in California and Baja California and will be returned to the tribes on or after June 2, 2025, pending any additional repatriation requests from other culturally affiliated tribes or descendants. If competing requests are received, SDSU will determine the most appropriate recipient.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands intends to transfer human remains and funerary items back to Native American tribes under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These items were originally removed from a site in New Mexico. The Pueblo of Isleta and Ysleta del Sur Pueblo have priority in claiming these remains and items. If no claims are made by January 20, 2026, the remains and items will be considered unclaimed.

In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University plans to return a cultural item, specifically a sacred akua hulu manu (feathered god image) associated with Hawaiian chief Kekuaokalani, to its rightful steward. This repatriation can occur on or after February 18, 2025, and has been determined based on input from a known lineal descendant. Additional requests for repatriation may be submitted by any descendant, tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization that can demonstrate a rightful connection to the item. The final decision will prioritize the most appropriate requestor and may involve joint repatriation.

The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These remains and objects, linked to the Caddo Nation of Oklahoma and the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, were removed from a site in LeFlore County, Oklahoma. The museum is responsible for the repatriation of these remains and objects, which may occur after February 18, 2025, to the affiliated tribes or descendants. If there are competing claims, the museum has to determine the most appropriate requestor.