Sec. 7. Voluntary return of Native American and Native Hawaiian items
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The Secretary and the Secretary of State shall each designate a liaison to facilitate the voluntary return of Native American items. The individuals listed in subsection
(a)shall hold trainings and workshops for representatives of Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations and collectors, dealers, other individuals and organizations regarding the voluntary return of Native American items. The Secretary shall refer individuals and organizations to one or more Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations with a likely cultural affiliation to Native American items for the purpose of facilitating the voluntary return of Native American items. The Secretary shall compile a list of representatives from each Indian Tribe and Native Hawaiian organization for purposes of referral under paragraph (1). The Secretary shall consult with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations before making a referral under paragraph (1). The Secretary may utilize third parties with relevant expertise, including universities, museums, dealers, collector organizations, and others, in making determinations regarding to which Indian Tribe or Native Hawaiian organization an individual or organization should be referred under paragraph (1). This section shall not impose additional penalties or legal liability. Any person who voluntarily returns covered items prior to active investigation shall have immunity from criminal prosecution for taking or holding such items. The voluntary return provisions of this section shall apply to a specific Native American item only to the extent that the repatriation provisions under section 7 of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act ( 25 U.S.C. 3005 ) do not apply. Voluntary return facilitation shall include provision for tax documentation of deductible gifts of Native American items to Native American tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations.
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