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.
Simple Explanation
The University of Florida Museum has found some old bones and objects that belong to the Seminole Tribe of Florida. They have checked everything and are ready to give these items back to the tribe if they ask for them, starting May 30, 2025.