27 Mar 2025
⚖️Notice of Inventory Completion Related to Human Remains at UTK
Notice of Inventory Completion: University of Tennessee, Department of Anthropology, Knoxville, TN
Summary
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the University of Tennessee, Department of Anthropology (UTK) has completed an inventory of human remains and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- National Park Service
Business Impact
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The notice outlines the process of repatriation of Native American human remains, which could involve compliance with NAGPRA for institutions handling such remains. Businesses, especially those in archaeology or heritage management, may need to adapt to this regulatory framework, affecting their operations and potential financial liabilities.