Federal Agencies Notified

December 13, 2024

Michigan State University sent out notifications to two federal agencies per the updated NAGPRA regulations (43 CFR 10.8) to inform them that we hold collections that are under their control. The updated regulations state that "No later than January 13, 2025, each museum that has custody of a Federal agency holding or collection that may contain Native American human remains or cultural items must submit a statement describing that holding or collection to the authorized representatives of the Federal agency most likely to have possession or control and to the Manager, National NAGPRA Program."

If you are a representative of a Federal agency, and were not contacted by MSU but believe that we hold collections under the control of your agency, please reach out to the NAGPRA Program Manager directly (Dr. Jessica Yann, yannjess@msu.edu). We are happy to examine our collections and follow up with you.