Kansas Historical Society Repatriates Kaw and Shawnee Ancestral Remains
Published Date: 4/9/2026
Notice
Summary
The Kansas State Historical Society has finished checking some Native American human remains found in Kansas and confirmed they belong to the Kaw Nation and Shawnee Tribe. Starting May 11, 2026, these remains can be officially returned to the tribes. If you want to request repatriation, you need to contact the Society soon—no money changes hands, just respect and care.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Kaw and Shawnee Eligible for Repatriation
The Kansas State Historical Society has determined that human remains representing at least one individual from Wyandotte County, KS are culturally affiliated with the Kaw Nation (Oklahoma) and the Shawnee Tribe. Those remains may be returned to the identified tribes or to a lineal descendant on or after May 11, 2026; requests must be sent to Dr. Nicole Klarmann at the Kansas State Historical Society (6425 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66615-1099) and claimants not listed must show cultural affiliation by a preponderance of the evidence. If competing requests are received, KSHS will decide the most appropriate requestor before repatriation.
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-04606 — Alaska; Hunting and Trapping in National Preserves
The National Park Service wants to update rules about hunting, trapping, and fishing in Alaska’s national preserves to bring back long-standing practices that support both state and federal laws. These changes affect hunters, trappers, and anyone using Alaska park lands, aiming to balance access and conservation. You’ve got until April 9, 2026, to share your thoughts—no money changes are expected, just clearer, fairer rules.
2026-09583 — Request for Nominations for the Acadia National Park Advisory Commission
The National Park Service is looking for awesome people to join the Acadia National Park Advisory Commission. If you live in or love the Mount Desert Island area or nearby towns, this is your chance to help shape the park’s future! Send your nomination by June 15, 2026, and get ready to make a difference without any pay but with plenty of pride.
2026-09558 — National Register of Historic Places; Notification of Pending Nominations and Related Actions
The National Park Service is asking the public to share their thoughts on historic places nominated for the National Register before May 2, 2026. If you care about preserving cool old buildings or sites, now’s your chance to speak up by May 28, 2026. This process helps decide which places get special recognition, but it doesn’t cost you anything to join in!
2026-09407 — Notice of Intended Repatriation: University of California, Davis, Davis, CA
UC Davis plans to return three special Native American baskets to the Blue Lake Rancheria Tribe and related groups starting June 11, 2026. These baskets are important cultural items connected to the Hoopa Valley and Tsnungwe people. No big costs or risks are expected, but the university is making sure everything is safe and respectful.
2026-09401 — Notice of Inventory Completion: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
The University of Michigan has finished checking its collection and found Native American ancestral remains linked to certain tribes. These remains can be returned to the tribes starting June 11, 2026. This process helps honor Native American heritage and involves no costs or risks to the public.
2026-08948 — National Register of Historic Places; Notification of Pending Nominations and Related Actions
The National Park Service is asking for your thoughts on historic places nominated before April 18, 2026, to be added to the National Register of Historic Places. If you care about preserving history, now’s your chance to comment by May 21, 2026. This process helps protect important sites without costing you a dime but could impact communities by recognizing their special landmarks.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-06813 — Notice of Inventory Completion: Kansas State Historical Society, Topeka, KS
The Kansas State Historical Society has finished checking and listing Native American human remains and related items from Kansas and Nebraska. They found remains from seven people and some special artifacts, and these will be returned to the right tribes starting May 11, 2026. If you want to request these items, you can contact the Society soon—no money changes hands, just respect and care for history.
Next: 2026-06815 — Notice of Intended Repatriation: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Channel Islands National Park, Ventura, CA
The National Park Service at Channel Islands National Park plans to return 40 cultural items, like stone tools and shell beads, to a Native American tribe connected to the area. This repatriation can start on or after May 11, 2026, and honors the tribe’s heritage by giving back important artifacts collected over 140 years ago. No costs or hazards are expected, just a respectful handover of history.