§3074 Voluntary Return of Tangible Cultural Heritage

Summary

Each Secretary must pick a liaison to help people voluntarily return tangible cultural heritage. The liaisons must offer training to representatives of Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations, and to collectors, dealers, and others. The Secretary must refer people to tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations that are culturally connected, keep a list of contacts, and consult tribes, Native Hawaiian groups, and a Native working group before referring. Outside experts (like colleges, museums, dealers, or collector groups) can help. No new penalties apply. If the recipient agrees, the Secretary must provide tax paperwork for a deductible gift. These voluntary rules only apply when the repatriation rules under section 3005 do not.