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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Scholarship Information for Seminole Students
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education, Education, Higher--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Modification of Definition of Indian for Schedule A Excepted Appointment Authority in the Department of the Interior
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States, Education, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0003
- 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:
- 1976-01-01
- 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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Modification of Definition of Indian for Preference in Employment
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States, Education, Higher--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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Indian Preference Employment for Five Civilized Tribes of Eastern Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education, Higher--United States, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The document discusses scholarship opportunities for students of Indian heritage, specifically those with at least 1/4 Indian blood quantum. The scholarships are for those pursuing a Bachelor's Degree at an accredited college or University and who show financial need. The amount of aid will be determined by the Financial Aide Office at the school the student plans to attend. Other activities mentioned include an Indian Fashion Show, a faculty luncheon with Native American foods, and a talk by the Attorney General of Oklahoma on Indian rights. Legislation regarding authentic Indian arts and crafts is also mentioned. Additional information on scholarships can be obtained by contacting the Branch of Social Services at the Wewoka Agency."]](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_17_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Seminole,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0060_thumbnail.jpg "Scholarship Information for Seminole Students")
![["The United States Department of the Interior is requesting a modification in the definition of \"Indian\" for the purpose of implementing a preference in employment of Indians. The current definition of one-quarter degree Indian ancestry for eligibility for preference in the Bureau of Indian Affairs does not align with the statutory definition of \"Indian\" in the Indian Reorganization Act. The request is to harmonize the appointment authority with the statutory definition to ensure fair treatment and uphold the rights conferred by law. The proposed modification would expand the definition of \"Indian\" to include members of recognized tribes under federal jurisdiction or descendants of tribe members. This change aims to address inconsistencies in tribal membership standards and ensure equal treatment for all 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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Modification of Definition of Indian for Schedule A Excepted Appointment Authority in the Department of the Interior")
![["The document is a letter requesting the United States Civil Service Commission to consider changing the definition of \"Indian\" for the purpose of implementing a preference in employment for Indians. The current definition is based on a quarter-degree standard, but there is a discrepancy with the statutory definition established by the Indian Reorganization Act. The document argues that the current definition deprives some individuals of their rights conferred by law, and proposes a modified definition that aligns with the Act."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Modification of Indian Preference Eligibility Standard")
![["The document requests a change in the definition of \"Indian\" for the purpose of employment preference in the Bureau of Indian Affairs. It discusses the statutory basis for the preference, the need to harmonize the definition with existing laws, and the historical context of the Indian Reorganization Act. The document asks for modification of the current regulation to include descendants of recognized tribes and individuals with a certain degree of Indian ancestry."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Modification of Definition of Indian for Preference in Employment")
![["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")
![["The document is addressing a problem with defining \"Indian\" for purposes of Indian preference employment for the Five Civilized Tribes of Eastern Oklahoma. The Department of the Interior had initially suggested a one-quarter degree requirement, but a staff member from the American Policy Review Commission suggested a one-half degree requirement. The document requests that any rulemaking regarding the Tribes be postponed and suggests including an exception for the Tribes in the new regulation. It also mentions a similar alternative proposed by the Solicitor General's office. The Speaker asks for consideration of these suggestions to avoid disruption for the Tribes."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Indian Preference Employment for Five Civilized Tribes of Eastern Oklahoma")