Army Corps Plans Return of Remains from South Dakota Project
Published Date: 6/3/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Omaha is planning to return human remains and related items found on Federal or Tribal lands to the right Native American descendants or tribes. This respectful action follows important laws to honor Native heritage. If you’re connected to these remains, keep an eye out for how and when the returns will happen.
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Return of Native American Remains
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District intends to return human remains and associated funerary objects that were removed from Federal or Tribal lands to the lineal descendants, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization with priority for disposition. This disposition will be carried out in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
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