Federal Register #2026-13314

Notice of Intended Repatriation of Sacred Hawaiian Objects by Los Rios Community College District

This notice concerns the intended repatriation of sacred cultural objects by the Los Rios Community College District (LRCCD) in Sacramento, California, under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). - Government Buyer: - Los Rios Community College District (LRCCD), Sacramento, CA - Cultural Items for Repatriation: - 2 Koi (Adze): Traditional Hawaiian adze tools - 1 Pohaku Luhee (Octopus Lure Sinker): Traditional Hawaiian fishing implement - 1 Umeke Poi (Poi Bowl): Traditional Hawaiian poi bowl - 4 Ulumaika (Disc Bowling stone): Traditional Hawaiian disc bowling stones - 5 Kapa (Bark Cloth): Traditional Hawaiian bark cloth - 2 Ie Kuku (Kapa Beater): Traditional Hawaiian kapa beaters - Cultural Affiliation: - Items are affiliated with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations, specifically the Hui Iwi Kuamoo - Notable Requirements: - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved - No hazardous substances are associated with the items - The process is governed by NAGPRA, with instructions for submitting written requests and handling competing or joint claims - This is not a procurement or contracting action, but a statutory compliance notice for cultural repatriation

Description

The Los Rios Community College District (LRCCD) intends to repatriate certain cultural items defined as sacred objects that have a cultural affiliation with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. A total of 15 sacred objects including Koi (Adze), Pohaku Luhee (Octopus Lure Sinker), Umeke Poi (Poi Bowl), Ulumaika (Disc Bowling stone), Kapa (Bark Cloth), and Ie Kuku (Kapa Beater) are involved. These items were acquired between 1932 and 1936 and donated to a museum formerly located at Sacramento City College, part of LRCCD. The repatriation may occur on or after August 3, 2026, and requests for repatriation must be submitted in writing to LRCCD.

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