Gila National Forest to Dispose of Native Human Remains Respectfully
Published Date: 3/18/2025
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Summary
The Gila National Forest is planning to return human remains and related items found on federal or tribal lands to the right Native American tribes or descendants. This respectful process follows important laws to honor Native heritage. If you’re connected to these items, keep an eye out for updates on how and when this will happen.
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Repatriation of Native American Remains
Under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Gila National Forest plans to return human remains and associated funerary objects removed from Federal or Tribal lands to the lineal descendants, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization with priority for disposition. If you are a lineal descendant, an Indian Tribe, or a Native Hawaiian organization connected to these items, the forest will notify you about the process and timing for return.
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