18 Apr 2025
🏺Notice of Intended Repatriation of Cultural Items Under NAGPRA
Notice of Intended Repatriation: U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Washington, DC
Summary
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) intends to repatriate certain cultural items 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 notice indicates the repatriation of cultural items under NAGPRA, which may affect businesses involved in cultural heritage, museums, and tourism. Companies may need to comply with repatriation laws and cultural sensitivities, which could impact operations and partnerships.