Florida Lists More Native Remains for Tribal Return
Published Date: 4/2/2026
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The Florida Department of State has finished checking and listing Native American human remains and a funerary object linked to local tribes. Starting May 4, 2026, these remains and objects can be returned to the tribes that are connected to them. This process helps honor Native American heritage and follows important laws protecting their ancestors.
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