§ 3009. Savings provision

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to—

• (1) limit the authority of any Federal agency or museum to—
  • (A) return or repatriate Native American cultural items to Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, or individuals, and
  • (B) enter into any other agreement with the consent of the culturally affiliated tribe or organization as to the disposition of, or control over, items covered by this chapter;
• (2) delay actions on repatriation requests that are pending on November 16, 1990 ;
• (3) deny or otherwise affect access to any court;
• (4) limit any procedural or substantive right which may otherwise be secured to individuals or Indian tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations; or
• (5) limit the application of any State or Federal law pertaining to theft or stolen property.