University of Cincinnati Lists More Remains for Repatriation
Published Date: 7/22/2026
Notice
Summary
The University of Cincinnati has finished checking its collection of Native American human remains and related items, linking them to local tribes. Starting August 21, 2026, these remains and objects can be returned to the tribes. This process respects Native American heritage and involves no costs or hazards for the university.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 4 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Repatriation Allowed Starting Aug 21, 2026
You can request return of the remains and objects described in this notice on or after August 21, 2026. The University of Cincinnati says repatriation may occur beginning August 21, 2026.
Who May Request Repatriation
The Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe, The Osage Nation, and the Wyandotte Nation are identified as culturally affiliated and may request repatriation. Any lineal descendant or other tribe or Native Hawaiian organization that proves cultural affiliation by a preponderance of the evidence may also request repatriation.
University Identified 22 Remains, 16 Objects
The University of Cincinnati identified human remains representing at least 22 individuals and 16 associated funerary objects recovered from three sites in Hamilton County, Ohio. These remains and objects are determined to be affiliated with the named tribes and are available for repatriation.
Competing Claims and Joint Repatriation Rules
If more than one party requests repatriation, the University of Cincinnati must decide the most appropriate requestor before repatriation. Requests for joint repatriation are treated as a single request and not competing requests.
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