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In line with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Florida Museum of Natural History has created an inventory of human remains and associated objects. These items have been linked culturally to Native American groups, namely the Seminole Tribe of Florida and The Muscogee (Creek) Nation. The remains and artifacts come from two Florida sites—Waddell's Mill and Marine Street. Repatriation of these items is scheduled to begin after February 18, 2025, with formal requests considered by the museum.

In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Kikuchi Center at Kaua'i Community College has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects. They have established a cultural affiliation between these items and Native Hawaiian organizations. Repatriation of these items to the identified groups may occur on or after January 13, 2025. The Kikuchi Center will handle any requests for repatriation and has established a process to ensure the remains are returned to the appropriate cultural groups.

The U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service, with help from museums in Alaska, has completed an inventory of human remains and artifacts found on several islands in Alaska. They determined that these remains and objects are culturally connected to Native American tribes living in Atka, Alaska. The agency plans to return these items to the rightful tribe on or after April 18, 2025. Requests for repatriation can be submitted by the tribes mentioned in the notice or by others who can prove a cultural connection.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Los Padres National Forest plans to return human remains found on federal land to the appropriate descendants or tribal organizations, as guided by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These remains, discovered in Monterey County, California, belong to a Native American individual, specifically prioritized for return to the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Mission Indians. If no claims are made by March 18, 2026, the remains will be considered unclaimed. Claims can be made by eligible descendants or tribes showing proof of priority.

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.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service at the Hoosier National Forest plans to return human remains and funerary objects to the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma. These items, found at a site in Indiana, are associated with Native American ancestry and include bone fragments, a bear canine tooth, and a shell bead. The process follows the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), and claims must be made by March 19, 2026, or they become unclaimed. The National Park Service oversees these actions but is not responsible for identifying the remains.

In a notice published by the National Park Service, Marshall University announced that it has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects following the requirements of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The remains and artifacts were linked to several Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations and may be repatriated to these groups starting February 18, 2025. Interested parties, including identified Tribes or any potential descendants, can submit requests for the repatriation, which will be reviewed to determine the rightful claimants.

The University of California, Berkeley has completed an inventory of funerary objects and determined they are culturally affiliated with several Native American tribes in California. These objects, found on San Nicolas Island, include tools, ornaments, and other artifacts. According to the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the objects may be returned to the identified tribes or a rightful claimant starting May 19, 2025. The National Park Service published this notice but is not responsible for the affiliations; the determinations are the responsibility of the University.

The University of Kansas plans to return a cultural item, specifically a discoidal stone, to the Chickasaw Nation in compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). This stone, considered an unassociated funerary object, was initially part of the Menninger Foundation's collection and transferred to the university in 1992. Repatriation of the item can occur on or after January 13, 2025. Any other Native American or Native Hawaiian organizations who believe they have a claim to the item can submit a request for repatriation.

The University of Florida, Florida Museum of Natural History has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects in line with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). They found that these remains and objects are culturally linked to the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Interested parties, including tribes and lineal descendants, can request the repatriation of these items, and the museum will manage such requests, including resolving competing claims. Repatriation can happen on or after May 30, 2025.