Marines to Return Ancient Remains from Hawaiian Base—Bureaucracy Meets Ancestry
Published Date: 3/18/2025
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The Marine Corps Base Hawaii at Kaneohe Bay is planning to return human remains found on federal or tribal lands to the right Native Hawaiian groups or descendants. This respectful action follows important laws to honor Native heritage and will happen soon. If you’re connected to these communities, keep an eye out for updates and possible involvement.
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Repatriation of Native Hawaiian Remains
Under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), Marine Corps Base Hawaii at Kaneohe Bay intends to return human remains removed from Federal or Tribal lands to the lineal descendants, an Indian Tribe, or a Native Hawaiian organization listed with priority in this notice. If you are a lineal descendant or represent an Indian Tribe or Native Hawaiian organization, watch for further notices about how to be involved in the disposition.
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