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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Water Appropriation for Choctaw Nation Health Centers
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for Establishing Indian Hospitals in Central Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1973-02-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States, Community health services
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1974 Letter Regarding the Location of Indian Health Service Hospital in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1973-02-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Campaign management--United States, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Funding for Health Clinics in Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1973-03-13
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for Construction of Indian Health Centers: Funding Request for FY 1974
- Date:
- 1973-03-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Indian Health Centers Funding and Legislative Action
- Date:
- 1973-05-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Legislation and Funding for Indian Health Services
- Date:
- 1973-06-27
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Building Better Health: The Harry J. W. Belvin Indian Health Center in Hugo
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Choctaw Nation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Inadequacies of Healthcare Services for Native Americans
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Grave Health Care Crisis among Indian Americans: A Call for Reform
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document is a letter from Julia Butler Hansen to the Honorable Carl Albert, thanking him for his recommendation for health centers for the Choctaw Nation. Hansen expresses gratitude and indicates that she will enter the recommendation into the record of their hearings."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20HugoMcAlesterEufaula%20Centers,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Water Appropriation for Choctaw Nation Health Centers")
![["A group is requesting an appropriation for an Indian hospital in Ada to serve Central Oklahoma, approved by the Indian Health Service. There are no funds in the budget for the hospital, and they are seeking Carl Albert's leadership in getting it added as a line item. The Seminole Nation also wants a hospital in Seminole, which was added last year but cut out in conference. They are requesting a meeting before Easter Recess Carl Albert to discuss Carl Albert further."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Ada,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Proposal for Establishing Indian Hospitals in Central Oklahoma")
![["The letter is a response to a request to change the site of an Indian Health Service hospital from Ada to Shawnee in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service Advisory Board has already determined the site to be Ada and will not change it without another resolution from the Board. The letter is addressed to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and is signed by John W. Davis, the Area Director."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Ada,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0025_thumbnail.jpg "1974 Letter Regarding the Location of Indian Health Service Hospital in Oklahoma")
![["The document discusses a request for the construction of health clinics for Indian people in Oklahoma, specifically in the Choctaw Nation. The Choctaw Nation Enterprises, Inc. is involved in the development of these buildings, which will serve the health needs of the Indian population in the area. The Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation emphasizes the importance of these clinics in improving the health and prosperity of the community. The document also highlights the success of the United States Public Health Service in managing health programs for Native Americans. The Chief requests support from the Speaker of the House of Representatives in including funding for these projects in the Interior Department appropriation bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20HugoMcAlesterEufaula%20Centers,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Funding for Health Clinics in Choctaw Nation")
![["The Public Health Service Chief is requesting funding from the Subcommittee on the Interior for the construction of three buildings for Indian Health Centers by the Choctaw Nation Enterprises. The Chief of the Choctaw Nation supports the proposal and has contacted the Subcommittee on the Interior Appropriations to consider the matter. Further steps will be taken to proceed with the funding request."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20HugoMcAlesterEufaula%20Centers,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Proposal for Construction of Indian Health Centers: Funding Request for FY 1974")
![["The document from the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation expresses gratitude for funding included in the construction of Indian Health Centers in Hugo, McAlester, and Eufaula. The Chief also raises concerns about the lack of funding for staffing the centers and requests the Speaker's help in correcting this issue before finalization of the appropriation bill. The Speaker's response acknowledges the concerns and assures that action will be taken."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20HugoMcAlesterEufaula%20Centers,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Indian Health Centers Funding and Legislative Action")
![["The document discusses various budget allocations and appropriations for different programs related to Indian Health Services, tree planting, national forests, recreation facilities, mental health services, and fine arts. It highlights the need for funding for Indian hospitals, construction of recreation facilities, and acquisition of lands for national forests. The document also emphasizes the importance of considering the needs of American Indians in budget planning."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20HugoMcAlesterEufaula%20Centers,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_110_8_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation and Funding for Indian Health Services")
![["A contract was awarded to Moats Drilling Company for the installation of wells in Washington. A ground-breaking ceremony for a new Indian Health Center in Hugo, Oklahoma was held. The facility will be named after the principal chief of the Choctaw Nation and will provide health care to individuals with at least one-quarter Indian bloodline. The facility is expected to cost a quarter of a million dollars and employ approximately 17 people. The site for the health center was offered by the Golden Age Home board, and construction is being done by Choctaw Service and Supply Company. Chief Belvin expressed gratitude to various parties involved in making the construction of the clinic possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Out-patient%20Centers,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Building Better Health: The Harry J. W. Belvin Indian Health Center in Hugo")
![["The document discusses the lack of adequate healthcare access for Native Americans, particularly in remote areas where Indian Health Service (IHS) hospitals are the only option. Budgetary problems have led to limited services at these hospitals, with only pregnant women and emergency patients being admitted. The lack of transportation and inadequate facilities further exacerbate the issue, treating Native Americans as second class citizens. The document suggests various solutions, including replacing and funding IHS hospitals, modernizing facilities for clinic work, and ensuring access to immediate healthcare needs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Oklahoma%20(Miscellaneous),%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Inadequacies of Healthcare Services for Native Americans")
![["The document outlines the dire state of health care facilities for Indians in the United States, detailing issues such as long distances to reach Indian Health Service facilities, understaffing, outdated equipment, and unsafe buildings. It also mentions the lack of intensive care units and surgical suites in many IHS hospitals. The document highlights the need for modernization or replacement of these facilities, but notes the high cost and potential duplication of existing non-Indian facilities."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl+Albert+Collection,+1947-1977/Departmental,+1945-1976+(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0000+-+Health,+Education+and+Welfare+-+Public+Health+Service+-+Oklahoma+(Miscellaneous),+1975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Grave Health Care Crisis among Indian Americans: A Call for Reform")