Notice of Inventory Completion at Sonoma State University
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This law provides a notice regarding Sonoma State University's completion of an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects as required by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). It highlights the cultural affiliation of these remains and objects with certain Indian tribes and outlines the process for repatriation requests to be made after May 11, 2026. The university is responsible for ensuring that the repatriation process is in line with the determined affiliations. This notice serves as an official communication to relevant parties regarding the inventory findings and upcoming repatriation procedures.
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Key Changes
- Establishes timeline for repatriation after May 11, 2026
- Outlines process for repatriation requests
- Identifies cultural affiliations with specific tribes
Obligations
What this law requires
Do not repatriate human remains and associated funerary objects before May 11, 2026
Complete an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects and determine cultural affiliation with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in accordance with NAGPRA
Accept written requests for repatriation of human remains and associated funerary objects sent to Kirsten Twork at Sonoma State University, 1801 E Cotati Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928, or email tworkk@sonoma.edu
Maintain inventory records and related documentation regarding determinations of cultural affiliation, including results of tribal consultation
Ensure repatriation of human remains and associated funerary objects is conducted in line with determined cultural affiliations with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations