16 Sep 2025

🏺Notice of Intended Repatriation - Tennessee Environmental Department

Notice of Intended Repatriation: Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Division of Archaeology, Nashville, TN

Summary

In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Division of Archaeology (TDEC-DOA) intends to repatriate certain cultural items from unknown sites in Tennessee that meet the definition of unassociated funerary objects and that have a cultural affiliation with the Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.

Agencies

  • Interior Department
  • National Park Service

Business Impact ?

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The document involves the repatriation of cultural items under NAGPRA, which may impact businesses related to heritage tourism, cultural exhibitions, and archaeological compliance. Businesses involved in cultural heritage and tourism in Tennessee should prepare for related regulatory changes and potential financial implications.

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