R456-1-16. Scientific Investigation of Remains

Related Notices
- No. 40137 (5-year Review): Rule R456-1. Native American Grave Protection and Repatriation
- No. 39721 (Five-Year Extension): Rule R456-1. Native American Grave Protection and Repatriation

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1. No scientific investigation beyond that allowed in 9-9-4 shall be conducted on remains except upon written permission granted by the Director in consultation with the Committee.

2. If the ownership of the remains has not been determined, and further information regarding the identity and owner of remains becomes available, the agency or other interested parties may petition the Committee to recommend removal of the remains from the Indian burial vault or designated cemetery for testing.

a. The agency will provide to the Committee and Director a report specifying the nature and duration of the testing and the Committee will determine per majority vote whether to grant the removal request.

                    
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