Notice of Inventory Completion for Case Western Reserve University
AI-generated summary for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. See the original source for the authoritative text.
This law serves as a notice regarding the completion of an inventory of human remains conducted by Case Western Reserve University in compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The university has confirmed that the human remains are culturally affiliated with the Navajo Nation and is offering a pathway for repatriation requests by relevant tribes and organizations. Repatriation may begin on May 11, 2026, pending requests from authorized parties.
AI-generated summary. May contain errors. Refer to official sources for legal decisions.
Key Changes
- Establishment of cultural affiliation with the Navajo Nation
- Set date for potential repatriation of remains on May 11, 2026
- Requirements for repatriation requests from authorized parties
Obligations
What this law requires
Send written requests for repatriation of human remains to Jennifer Kangas Berendt, Assistant Director of Agreements, Office of Research and Technology Management, Case Western Reserve University, 10900 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106, or email jxb1173@case.edu
Repatriation of human remains may only occur on or after May 11, 2026
Determine the most appropriate requestor prior to repatriation in cases where competing requests for repatriation are received
Send a copy of this notice to the Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations identified in this notice and any other consulting parties
Accept repatriation requests from any Indian Tribe or Native Hawaiian organization not previously identified if they demonstrate by a preponderance of the evidence that they are a lineal descendant or possess cultural affiliation