Federal Register #2026-13741

Notice of Inventory Completion for Native American Human Remains at Case Western Reserve University

This notice announces the completion of an inventory of Native American human remains at Case Western Reserve University, conducted in compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). - Government Buyer: - National Park Service, Department of the Interior - Involved Parties: - Case Western Reserve University (Hamann-Todd Human Osteological Collection) - Dr. I. Lester Furnas (original donor of remains) - Native Village of Barrow Inupiat Traditional Government, Native Village of Mekoryuk, Native Village of Point Hope (culturally affiliated tribes) - Key Details: - Inventory covers remains of at least 29 Native American individuals - Remains originated from Nunivak Island, Point Hope, and Point Barrow, Alaska - Remains were donated to the university in 1931 - Notice establishes cultural affiliation for repatriation purposes - Notable Requirements: - This is a compliance and repatriation notice under federal law (NAGPRA) - No products or services are being solicited or awarded - No OEMs or vendors are involved

Description

Case Western Reserve University has completed an inventory of human remains in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The inventory identified at least 29 individuals with cultural affiliation to Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. The remains were donated in 1931 and originate from locations in Alaska. Repatriation of the human remains may occur on or after August 7, 2026, and requests for repatriation must be sent to the university's authorized representative.

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