18 Mar 2025
⚰️Notice of Intended Disposition Under NAGPRA for Gila National Forest
Notice of Intended Disposition: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Gila National Forest, Silver City, NM
Summary
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Gila National Forest (GNF) intends to carry out the disposition of human remains and associated funerary objects removed from Federal or Tribal lands to the lineal descendants, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization with priority for disposition in this notice.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- National Park Service
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The notice addresses compliance with NAGPRA, which may impact business operations near federal or tribal lands, especially those related to tourism, excavation, or construction. Businesses must understand their obligations concerning the handling of human remains and associated materials.