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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Senate Approves Legislation to Improve American Indian Education and Self-Government
- Date:
- 1977-10-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Advocating for Title IV-A of the Indian Education Act
- Date:
- 1977-10-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_29_9_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Restrictions on Health Career Counseling for Indigenous Students
- Date:
- 1977-11-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Creek Indians
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns of Indian Descent regarding Legislation: HR 9054, HR 9951, HR 9950, Senate Bill (SB) 1437
- Date:
- 1977-11-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Nation, Keetoowah Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_7_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Concerns Regarding Bill S-991 on Indian Education and Trust Responsibilities
- Date:
- 1977-11-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_11_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding New Requirement for Indian Health Services
- Date:
- 1977-11-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- 1977 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Special Assistant for Indian and Alaska Native Programs
- Date:
- 1977-12-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Senator James Abourezk's Plea for the Protection of Native American Religious Rights
- Date:
- 1977-12-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Enforcement Action Against Noncompliance with Title IX in Maple School District: A Historical Record from 1977
- Date:
- 1977-12-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Housing--Law and legislation, Education--United States, Civil rights--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- 27 School Districts to Lose Eligibility for HEW Grants Due to Noncompliance with Anti-Sex Discrimination Law
- Date:
- 1977-12-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
![["The Senate passed a bill to provide $65 million for Indian education over the next two years, as well as funds for institutions of higher learning and school construction. The bill would also give American Indian tribes greater self-government opportunities."]](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_10_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Senate Approves Legislation to Improve American Indian Education and Self-Government")
![["Mr. Leist wrote to Senator Bartlett asking for help in preserving and renewing Title IV-A of the Indian Education Act, which provides funding for Indian teacher aides and other programs to help Indian students in public schools. Senator Bartlett responded, thanking Mr. Leist for his concerns and stating that legislation for reauthorization of funds is not expected to be reported out of Committee before the end of the session. Senator Bartlett also assured Mr. Leist that he will keep his views and comments in mind when the legislation reaches the Senate for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Advocating for Title IV-A of the Indian Education Act")
![["The document is a request from Dewey Bartlett, a United States Senator, to Dr. Ray Latham, Director of Indian Projects, for favorable consideration of a proposal submitted by the Creek Nation of Oklahoma for an alcohol treatment and guidance program for eight counties in Oklahoma. The proposal aims to serve approximately 20,000 Indian people, with 2,000 to 3,000 directly in need of the services. The Creek Nation does not currently have an alcohol treatment program, and the project is seeking funding of $100,000 to employ six or seven professional staff members. Claude A. Cox, Principal Chief of the Creek Nation, also expresses the need for support and funding for the proposal."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Dewey+F.+Bartlett+Collection/Subject,+1946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_9_0000-Indian+Affairs,+Alcoholism+Programs,+1974+Mar.+-+1977+Dec.,+1974-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_09_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Restrictions on Health Career Counseling for Indigenous Students")
![["The document is a letter expressing concern about a bill that would terminate Reservation Lands, Indian Treaty Status, Tribal Authority, and services for Native Americans. It includes signatures from residents of Oklahoma who believe the bill would harm Native people's rights and culture. The document is addressed to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns of Indian Descent regarding Legislation: HR 9054, HR 9951, HR 9950, Senate Bill (SB) 1437")
![["The Idaho Intertribal Policy Board and the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians are expressing their opposition to Bill S-991, which aims to transfer Indian Education programs from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to a new executive department. They argue that this transfer would jeopardize trust responsibilities under treaties and create administrative problems for tribal governments. They urge President Carter to consider the input of tribal governments in the future organization and direction of Indian Education Policy Development and Program Management. Additionally, they remind President Carter of his promises to American Indian tribes and request a thorough review of the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_31_7_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_7_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Concerns Regarding Bill S-991 on Indian Education and Trust Responsibilities")
![["Ann Heller, an Indian Counselor for Indian Pupil Education in Tulsa, Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett expressing concern about a policy that requires Indians to possess certificates of Indian blood in order to receive services at Indian Health Service facilities. She explained that many Indian people do not have these certificates and are unable to obtain them due to backlogs and lack of birth certificates for ancestors. She requested that Senator Bartlett make a formal inquiry and investigation into the issue to help alleviate the suffering of Indian people. Senator Bartlett responded, acknowledging the letter and stating that he would look into the matter with the Indian Health Service and the Bureau of Indian Affairs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_11_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding New Requirement for Indian Health Services")
![["The Department of Security and Department of Housing and Urban Development are seeking recommendations for the position of Special Assistant for Indian and Alaska Native Programs. They have contacted various Native American organizations for nominations and are requesting resumes and recommendations by a specific deadline. They are committed to ensuring decent housing for Native Americans and plan to discuss housing and community development needs with the organizations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Senate%20Committee%20Memos,%201973%20Nov.%20-%201978%20June.,%201973-1978%20-%20NEW/thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1977 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Special Assistant for Indian and Alaska Native Programs")
![["The letter from James Abourezk to his colleagues in the Senate discusses the need for a Joint Congressional Resolution to protect the religious rights of traditional American Indian religions. The resolution aims to address infringements on these rights, such as denial of access to sacred sites, use of sacred objects, and interference in religious ceremonies. It highlights the importance of religious freedom for all people, including American Indians, and calls for a clear federal policy to protect and preserve their religious practices."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Senate%20Committee%20Memos,%201973%20Nov.%20-%201978%20June.,%201973-1978%20-%20NEW/thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Senator James Abourezk's Plea for the Protection of Native American Religious Rights")
![["Several school districts and higher education institutions have failed to return an assurance of compliance with Title IX form, which prohibits discrimination based on sex. The Office of Civil Rights in the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare is taking steps to enforce compliance, including withholding approval of new programs and funding. Noncompliance could eventually lead to the termination of all federal funds to the non-compliant institutions. The Department has made multiple attempts to remind and obtain assurances from the affected institutions, but enforcement action will be taken if necessary."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Senate%20Committee%20Memos,%201973%20Nov.%20-%201978%20June.,%201973-1978%20-%20NEW/thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Enforcement Action Against Noncompliance with Title IX in Maple School District: A Historical Record from 1977")
![["The U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare announced that 27 school districts will be ineligible for new grants due to non-compliance with Title IX, which prohibits sex discrimination. The districts have failed to submit assurances of compliance, leading to the notification. The assurances are necessary for future federal aid applications. The districts have small enrollments, and the assurances are crucial for enforcing Title IX and addressing discrimination complaints. The OCR has notified a total of 19,500 school districts and higher education institutions of the assurance requirement. Some districts have not responded to requests for assurance forms, and further action is being taken."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Senate%20Committee%20Memos,%201973%20Nov.%20-%201978%20June.,%201973-1978%20-%20NEW/thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0004_thumbnail.jpg "27 School Districts to Lose Eligibility for HEW Grants Due to Noncompliance with Anti-Sex Discrimination Law")