Notice of Intended Repatriation: Sonoma State University
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The law outlines the intentions of Sonoma State University to repatriate specific cultural items that are classified as unassociated funerary objects and sacred objects under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). A total of 1,672 lots of cultural items are being considered for repatriation, with the process expected to start on or after May 11, 2026. The notice details the items' origins and the tribes with whom they are culturally affiliated.
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Key Changes
- Introduction of the Notice of Intended Repatriation
- Identification of specific cultural items for repatriation
- Deadline for repatriation requests set for May 11, 2026
Obligations
What this law requires
Sonoma State University must repatriate 1,672 lots of cultural items (1,485 lots of unassociated funerary objects and 187 lots of sacred objects) on or after May 11, 2026
Sonoma State University must provide written repatriation requests and related documentation to Kirsten Twork at the specified address (1801 E Cotati Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928) and email (tworkk@sonoma.edu)
Sonoma State University must repatriate unassociated funerary objects and sacred objects that have been determined to have cultural affiliation with the Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations identified in this notice
Sonoma State University must comply with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) in conducting repatriation of the specified cultural items
Sonoma State University must maintain records documenting the repatriation determinations and results of consultation related to the 1,672 lots of cultural items