Notice of Inventory Completion: The University of Texas at Austin
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This notice informs that the University of Texas at Austin has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). It has been determined that these remains and objects are culturally affiliated with the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo. Repatriation requests can be made following specific guidelines outlined in the notice, with the process for these requests starting after May 11, 2026.
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Key Changes
- Completion of inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects by TARL.
- Determination of cultural affiliation with the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo.
- Guidelines for repatriation requests outlined, effective after May 11, 2026.
Obligations
What this law requires
University of Texas at Austin Texas Archaeological Research Laboratory (TARL) must accept written repatriation requests for human remains and associated funerary objects from eligible parties on or after May 11, 2026
TARL must accept repatriation requests submitted by Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations identified in the notice, lineal descendants, or other Indian Tribes/Native Hawaiian organizations that demonstrate cultural affiliation by preponderance of evidence
TARL must determine the most appropriate requestor when competing repatriation requests are received before proceeding with repatriation
Written requests for repatriation must be sent to Jessica Ulmer, The University of Texas at Austin Texas Archaeological Research Laboratory, 1 University Station, R7500, Austin, TX 78712, or email jessica.ulmer@austin.utexas.edu
TARL is responsible for sending a copy of this notice to all identified Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations and any other consulting parties