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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_46_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Response to Restoration Bills for Ottawa, Peoria, and Wyandotte Tribes of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1976-02-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Testimony Request for Indian Action Program Funding
- Date:
- 1976-02-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Position Paper: Addressing Discrimination Against American Indian Nurses by the Civil Service Commission
- Date:
- 1976-03-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States, Education--United States, Education, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_45_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Disposition of Judgement Funds for Osage Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma - Correspondence with Honorable Sylvester Tinker
- Date:
- 1976-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Expanding Urban Indian Health Programs in Oklahoma City
- Date:
- 1976-03-04
- Creator:
- Starr, Hickory Jr., 1940-2023
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Increased Funding for Indian Action Teams
- Date:
- 1976-03-05
- Creator:
- Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Seminole Indians, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_18_51_0000_5037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Carl Albert with Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Haney. March 1976
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- O'Neill, Dev
- Topic:
- Civil rights--United States, United States--Politics and government
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Indian Communities: The Impact of the Indian Action Program
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns over Indian Preference Blood Quantum Requirements
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Banks and banking, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Modification of Indian Preference Eligibility Standard
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Education, Higher--United States, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The document is a letter from Senator Mark O. Hatfield to Robert Alexander of the Inter-Tribal Council, Inc. thanking him for providing information on restoration bills for the Ottawa, Peoria, and Wyandotte Tribes of Oklahoma. Hatfield assures Alexander that he will carefully consider the bills when introduced by Senator Bartlett and Congressman Risenhoover. Hatfield expresses respect for Senator Bartlett's judgement on these matters."]](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_140_46_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Ottawa-Peoria-Modoc,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_46_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Restoration Bills for Ottawa, Peoria, and Wyandotte Tribes of Oklahoma")
![["The document includes correspondence between various individuals and committees regarding the Indian Action Program and the request for testimony before the House Subcommittee on Interior Appropriations. There is a request for funding for the program and a request to testify before the Subcommittee. The Speaker expresses support for the program and encourages further communication on the matter."]](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_140_38_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Action,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Testimony Request for Indian Action Program Funding")
![["The American Indian Nurses' Association is protesting against discrimination by the Civil Service Commission in downgrading the Chief Nursing Branch position to a GS-13 despite the increase in qualified American Indian nurses. They argue that this decision is not only a matter of salary, but also affects administrative structure and Indian self-determination. They point out the unequal treatment of Indian nurses compared to non-Indian nurses in terms of qualifications and responsibilities. The Association believes that this discrimination is a violation of equal pay laws and is hindering Indian self-determination."]](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_140_37_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Position Paper: Addressing Discrimination Against American Indian Nurses by the Civil Service Commission")
![["The document is a series of letters regarding the disposition of judgment funds of the Osage Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma. The documents discuss proposed regulations for the use of the funds for education and socioeconomic programs, as well as the need for action to make these funds available. The documents also mention feedback received from individuals and organizations regarding the proposed regulations. The Osage Tribe is seeking assistance from government officials to move the process forward."]](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_140_45_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Osage,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_45_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Disposition of Judgement Funds for Osage Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma - Correspondence with Honorable Sylvester Tinker")
![["The document includes a series of letters regarding additional funding for the Oklahoma City Urban Indian Health Project. The Speaker of the House and the Director of the Indian Health Service express gratitude for the support and promise to consider the funding request. The Director of the Oklahoma City Urban Indian Health Project outlines the need for additional funding and provides alternative budget proposals. The documents show a collaborative effort to ensure equitable distribution of funds for urban Indian health programs."]](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_139_18_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Hospitals,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Expanding Urban Indian Health Programs in Oklahoma City")
![["The Seminole Nation of Oklahoma is requesting increased funding for the Indian Action Team Program of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. They believe that the program is successful and vital for economic development and training within tribal communities. They have sent a letter to the Speaker of the House and the Chairman of the Subcommittee on Interior Appropriations to bring attention to the issue and request their support in securing more funding for the program."]](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_140_38_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Action,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Increased Funding for Indian Action Teams")
![["Conference on the economy. July 24, 1975"]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Photographs,%201910-1998%20-%20CAC_CC_001_18_1_0000_0000/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_18_51_0000_5037_thumbnail.jpg "Carl Albert with Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Haney. March 1976")
![["The document discusses the Indian Action Program, which trains Native Americans in construction trades. They are seeking additional funding for the program and have received support from Congressman Sid Yates. The program has been successful in providing training and employment opportunities for tribal members and has had a positive impact on tribal communities. They are requesting assistance in obtaining funding for the program to continue its success."]](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_140_38_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Action,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Indian Communities: The Impact of the Indian Action Program")
![["Overton James raised concerns about the rules and regulations for Indian preference being promulgated by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, particularly regarding blood quantum requirements for different tribes. The issue is being looked into, and R.D. Folsom has expressed interest in attending any future meetings on the topic."]](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_140_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Preference,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns over Indian Preference Blood Quantum Requirements")
![["The document is a request to the United States Civil Service Commission to consider changing the definition of \"Indian\" for the purpose of employment preference in the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The request is based on discrepancies between the current definition and statutory definitions, as well as legal cases challenging the existing criteria. The goal is to align the appointment authority with the statutory definition to ensure fair treatment of individuals of Indian descent."]](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_140_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Preference,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Modification of Indian Preference Eligibility Standard")