Sonoma State University Identifies and Plans Return of Native Remains
Published Date: 3/17/2025
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Summary
Sonoma State University finished checking its collection of Native American human remains and related items. They found these remains are connected to certain Native American tribes or Native Hawaiian groups. This means the university is ready to return these items to the right communities, following important laws that protect Native heritage.
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Repatriation of Native American Remains
Sonoma State University completed its inventory under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and determined that certain Native American human remains and associated funerary objects are culturally affiliated with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. The university is prepared to return those remains and objects to the affiliated tribes or organizations under NAGPRA.
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