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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Senate Subcommittee on Indian Affairs: Hearings on Indian Housing in Muskogee, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1975-08-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Critique of the Staff Report on Indian Housing Effort and the New Mutual-Help Handbook
- Date:
- 1975-08-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Congratulations on Winning Chief of the Cherokee Tribe
- Date:
- 1975-08-05
- Creator:
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Voting--United States, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Expansion of Washita Basin Water Project to Include Kiowa Families
- Date:
- 1975-08-05
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Families, Health, Education
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: Statement to the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1975-08-06
- Creator:
- Covington, Lucy
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Challenges and Solutions in Indian Housing: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1975-08-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Shawnee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Cherokee Nation, Caddo Nation, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Indian Housing Programs: Grievances and Solutions
- Date:
- 1975-08-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 113th (2013-2015)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: A Call for Greater Control
- Date:
- 1975-08-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_7_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Improving Indian Housing Programs through Organizational Restructuring and Accountability
- Date:
- 1975-08-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Appreciation for Indian Housing Hearings in Anadarko
- Date:
- 1975-08-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The Senate Subcommittee on Indian Affairs held hearings on Indian housing in Muskogee, Oklahoma, with various witnesses representing different Native American nations and housing authorities present. Witnesses included leaders from the Cherokee, Creek, Chickasaw, Seminole, Choctaw, and Osage Nations, as well as the Oklahoma Indian Housing Authorities Association. The purpose of the hearings was to discuss issues related to Indian housing."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Senate Subcommittee on Indian Affairs: Hearings on Indian Housing in Muskogee, Oklahoma")
![["The document discusses a report on Indian Housing in the United States and a new Mutual-Help Handbook that aims to address the problems identified in the report. The report focuses on the negative aspects of the program without acknowledging its benefits, while the new handbook introduces new safeguards that may hinder the delivery of housing and prevent access to Mutual-Help Housing."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Critique of the Staff Report on Indian Housing Effort and the New Mutual-Help Handbook")
![["The document is a congratulatory letter from U.S. Senator Dewey F. Bartlett to Ross Swimmer, who won the election to become Chief of the Cherokee Tribe. Bartlett reassures Swimmer of continued support and assistance, as previously provided to the former chief, Bill Keeler. Bartlett also offers his services and contact information for any further assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0041_thumbnail.jpg "Congratulations on Winning Chief of the Cherokee Tribe")
![["The document from the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare in response to a request from the Kiowa Business Committee regarding the addition of participants to Phase I of the Washita Basin Water Project. The document outlines the proposed waterlines to serve the homes listed and suggests that financial participation from non-Indian homes may be necessary. It also mentions plans for Phase II of the project to serve more homes in the area. The Kiowa Tribe had submitted a list of families for consideration to be added to the project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Expansion of Washita Basin Water Project to Include Kiowa Families")
![["The National Congress of American Indians expresses support for the Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973, particularly in regards to promoting Indian self-determination and improving educational opportunities for children. They support the provisions for tribal contracting of services and greater tribal control over program management. However, they express apprehension over certain requirements in the bill, such as financial obligations for school districts. They also advocate for the establishment of community education committees with significant powers and additional funding for the Indian Advisory Council on Education. Overall, they support the bill but request further consultation on certain aspects."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: Statement to the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a position paper from the Oklahoma Indian Housing Association addressing issues with the HUD delivery system for Indian housing. The association suggests solutions such as establishing a single agency or third-party contract agreement, utilizing a \"Force Account\" method, and requesting Congressional hearings to improve housing programs for Indian families in Oklahoma. They also express dissatisfaction with the exclusion of Indian tribes from the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and call for a separate branch of HUD for Indian Housing. The association supports position papers from other organizations and is taking steps to address these issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Challenges and Solutions in Indian Housing: A Call to Action")
![["A Congressional hearing in Muskogee addressed concerns about the administration of public housing programs for Indians by federal bureaucrats from HUD and other agencies. Issues included delays in program approval, back payments on public housing, and delinquencies in tenant payments. Tribal leaders and federal officials acknowledged weaknesses in the system and the need for more resources and expertise. Senator Bartlett recommended better communication and collaboration between tribal and federal authorities to improve Indian housing programs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Housing Programs: Grievances and Solutions")
![["The Coalition of Indian Controlled School Boards, Inc. supports Senate Bill 1017, which aims to give Indians greater control over their children's education. However, they have concerns about the limitations in the bill, which they believe prevent true Indian self-determination in education. They argue that the Federal Government should not have discretion in deciding which Indians receive funding for education, as this hinders progress towards full Indian self-government in education. They also criticize the Bureau of Indian Affairs for thwarting educational self-determination and emphasize the need for revisions to the bill to truly empower Indian communities in education."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: A Call for Greater Control")
![["The document discusses various recommendations and suggestions for improving the Indian Housing program. It includes proposals for assigning Indian desks to regional offices, increasing staff, establishing auditing capabilities, and creating a task force specialized in Indian Housing. There are also recommendations for flexible house designs, continuation of mutual help housing, and policies for low rent housing. Additionally, there are suggestions for improving management systems and conducting audits regularly. The document emphasizes the importance of involving Indian Housing authorities in decision-making processes and ensuring timely information sharing."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_7_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_7_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Indian Housing Programs through Organizational Restructuring and Accountability")
![["The document is a thank you letter from Don Bluejacket to Caroline Hanna at the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Anadarko, Oklahoma, for her help during Indian Housing Hearings. Bluejacket expresses gratitude on behalf of Senator Bartlett and himself and offers assistance in return. He also mentions trying to get Bill Olson back to Anadarko soon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Appreciation for Indian Housing Hearings in Anadarko")