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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to National Indian Housing Conference
- Date:
- 1974-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Recommendations for Indian Housing Program in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-04-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Challenges and Opportunities in Public Housing for American Indians
- Date:
- 1974-04-02
- Creator:
- Steed, Thomas Jefferson, 1904-1983
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Settlement Process for Cherokee Compensation for Arkansas Riverbed
- Date:
- 1974-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_34_5_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Redefining Accountability in Indian Education: A Case for Johnson O'Malley
- Date:
- 1974-04-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_34_6_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Johnson-O'Malley Act Administration: Senate Committee Hearing
- Date:
- 1974-04-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Legislation for Promotional Equity: The Retirement Benefits Act
- Date:
- 1974-04-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Educational Assistance for Registered Nurse Training for Cherokee Tribe Member
- Date:
- 1974-04-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_36_15_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns at Seneca Indian School: A Call for Support and Self-Determination
- Date:
- 1974-05-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Improving Indian Housing: Executive Director of Housing Assistance Council Proposes Six Administrative Changes to Senate Subcommittee on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1974-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The National Council on Indian Opportunity is hosting a National Indian Housing Conference in Washington, D.C. on April 9-10, 1974. The conference will address concerns related to Federal Indian housing efforts, production of housing units, administration of the housing program, and proposed legislation. Representatives from various government agencies will be present to discuss these issues. Tribal Chairmen and Indian Housing Authorities are invited to attend and are asked to prepare written papers outlining specific problems and solutions. The Council does not have funds available for travel expenses. The conference aims to provide suggestions for improved legislation and better delivery of services from the Federal Government."]](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_19_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to National Indian Housing Conference")
![["Senator Dewey F. Bartlett writes to Secretary Carla Hills of the Housing and Urban Development department regarding concerns raised by Oklahoma Indian Housing Authorities during recent field hearings. The main issues include the relocation of the Indian Housing Program administration to Denver, inadequate audits of Indian Housing Authorities, and the need for an up-to-date Indian Housing Manual. Senator Bartlett suggests the creation of a Task Force in Oklahoma City to address these issues and expresses hope for further field hearings to address problems in the program's delivery system. He requests Secretary Hills' personal attention to these concerns."]](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_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Recommendations for Indian Housing Program in Oklahoma")
![["The document from the Creek Nation Housing Authority to the Department of Housing & Urban Development addresses the lack of adequate housing for American Indians in Oklahoma. They discuss the unique challenges faced by Indian tribes in obtaining housing, including issues with property ownership and financing. The document also highlights the difficulties in implementing Mutual Help Housing programs due to lack of guidelines and funding. The Authority requests changes to the current system to better address the housing needs of American Indians."]](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_19_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Challenges and Opportunities in Public Housing for American Indians")
![["The Army has advised the Cherokee tribe's attorneys that they will follow standard procedure in settling the question of compensation for the taking of the Arkansas River bed. The downstream portion of the riverbed is still in litigation between different tribes. Expert appraisers have estimated the total damage to be $42,494,536.40. The Army's general counsel will prepare a report for submission to the comptroller general, who will then decide whether a Certificate of Settlement should be issued for payment by Congress. The Cherokee attorneys acknowledged the government's honest mistake regarding ownership of the riverbed."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Settlement Process for Cherokee Compensation for Arkansas Riverbed")
![["The document discusses the Johnson O'Malley program and its effectiveness in providing funds to schools for Native American students. It suggests that the program needs to focus on educational and fiscal accountability and address eligibility criteria and use of funds for basic vs. supplementary needs. The document argues that schools receiving Johnson O'Malley funds should be able to meet minimum standards without relying on these funds, and questions the effectiveness of the program in meeting the needs of Native American students."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_34_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Johnson%20-%20O'Malley,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_34_5_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Redefining Accountability in Indian Education: A Case for Johnson O'Malley")
![["The Senate Committee on Interior & Insular Affairs, Subcommittee on Indian Affairs held an informational hearing on rules and regulations for the administration of the Johnson-O'Malley Act on December 11, 1974. The purpose of the hearing was to clarify the rules governing financial assistance for eligible Indian children and define the role of Indian parental participation. Panelists included representatives from various schools, tribes, and organizations. There were also discussions about hazardous substances and proposed revisions to regulations related to Indian 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_34_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Johnson%20-%20O'Malley,%201972%20Apr.%20-%201977%20July/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_34_6_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Johnson-O'Malley Act Administration: Senate Committee Hearing")
![["The document discusses the historical context of preferential hiring and promotion for Indian people in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service. It highlights the conflict between non-Indian employees reaching a career dead-end and qualified Indian individuals waiting for promotional opportunities. To address this issue, a bill is introduced to revise retirement benefits for non-Indian employees, allowing them to retire earlier and creating more opportunities for qualified Indians to advance in their careers. The bill also outlines specific amendments to existing laws to support this initiative."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation for Promotional Equity: The Retirement Benefits Act")
![["Dru E. Levier wrote to Senator Bellmon requesting educational assistance for registered nurse training. Senator Bellmon forwarded the request to Don Bluejacket, who informed Levier that the Amendment to the Veterans Administration Educational Bill had passed, extending the time element for veterans' educational purposes. However, the portion pertaining to the increase in veterans' benefits was still being worked out. Bluejacket assured Levier that Senators Bellmon and Bartlett strongly supported the Amendment and would provide further assistance if needed."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Educational Assistance for Registered Nurse Training for Cherokee Tribe Member")
![["The document is written by Mrs. June Echo-Hawk expressing concerns about the treatment of Indian children at Seneca Indian School. She mentions incidents of child abuse, internal strife among faculty, and attempts to remove the Indian superintendent. She urges Commissioner Thompson to support Indian people's self-determination and allow them to retain control of the program. A memorandum from Don Bluejacket discusses potential plans to reassign the superintendent to resolve the issues at the school."]](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_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Seneca%20Indian%20School,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_15_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns at Seneca Indian School: A Call for Support and Self-Determination")
![["The Housing Assistance Council Inc. is advocating for changes in Indian housing programs to address the high rates of substandard housing and poverty among reservation Indians. They have proposed administrative changes, including giving tribes coordinating responsibilities for all housing programs, establishing an Assistant Secretary of Indian Programs at HUD, and allocating a minimum of 10,000 units for Indian housing. They stress the importance of deep subsidy programs and regular congressional hearings to address the unique challenges faced by Indian communities. Ultimately, they emphasize the need to fulfill the promise of decent housing for all, including the first Americans."]](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_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Indian Housing: Executive Director of Housing Assistance Council Proposes Six Administrative Changes to Senate Subcommittee on Indian Affairs")