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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Establishing a Department of Education Act
- Date:
- 1978-03-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- The Education Reform Act of 1977: Improving Opportunities for All
- Date:
- 1978-03-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Voting Rights and Procedures in Five Tribes Elections
- Date:
- 1978-03-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for Simplified Voting Rights Documentation in Five Tribes Elections
- Date:
- 1978-03-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Government Operations and Politics, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Department of Education Hearings: A Comprehensive Examination of Education Policy and Perspectives
- Date:
- 1978-03-28
- Creator:
- Sroufe, Gerald E.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- The Case Against a Federal Department of Education
- Date:
- 1978-03-28
- Creator:
- Carter, James Earl Jr., 1924-2025
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: A Message to Congress
- Date:
- 1978-03-29
- Creator:
- Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Support for Extension of Title IV Funds in the Indian Education Act
- Date:
- 1978-03-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0040
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Extension of Title IV Funds for Indian Education
- Date:
- 1978-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- The Department of Education Act of 1977: Enhancing Educational Leadership and Coordination
- Date:
- 1978-04-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
![["The document introduces a bill to establish a Department of Education in the United States, citing the importance of education and training. The bill aims to provide financial and technical support to schools and colleges, equalize educational opportunities, and improve the quality of education. The bill proposes creating a separate department specifically for education programs to enhance the education system in the country."]](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_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing a Department of Education Act")
![["The document discusses the Service Retirement Act, which was amended to exempt clerical employees from mandatory retirement at age 62. It also mentions the conveyance of public lands in Nevada to Mineral County for industrial development. Additionally, a bill to establish a Department of Education is introduced to improve the quality and relevance of American education. The importance of education in addressing societal issues is emphasized, and the need for a consolidated approach to education programs is advocated."]](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_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Education Reform Act of 1977: Improving Opportunities for All")
![["Senator Dewey F. Bartlett received a letter from Betty J. Brown suggesting a procedure to streamline the documentation process for voting rights in Five Tribes elections. Brown believes that individuals reinstated to the Dawes Commission Rolls should be allowed voting rights without having to provide extensive documentation. Bartlett forwarded the letter to Thomas J. Ellison for his views and opinions on the matter. Ellison, the Area Director of the Muskogee Area Bureau of Indian Affairs, is requested to provide input on the suggested procedure."]](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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Voting Rights and Procedures in Five Tribes Elections")
![["The document from Ms. Betty J. Brown to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett discusses the need for a compilation by the Muskogee Area Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs listing all persons in the Five Civilized Tribes who were reinstated to the Dawes Commission Rolls. This would allow these individuals and their descendants to have voting rights without having to provide extensive documentation to Election Committees. Senator Bartlett requests the views and opinions of Mr. Thomas J. Ellison on this suggestion. Additionally, there is a letter from Eric H. Bohannon, Chairman of the Choctaw Election Committee, informing Ms. Brown that she will not be able to vote in the current election but will be included in the absentee mailing list for a potential run-off election."]](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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Proposal for Simplified Voting Rights Documentation in Five Tribes Elections")
![["The document outlines a series of hearings by the Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs regarding the Department of Education. The hearings feature various panels including Senators, citizen's committees, academic authorities, education organizations, former United States Commissioners of Education, state and local representatives, and higher education representatives. The panels discuss the importance and potential structure of a Department of 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_31_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Department of Education Hearings: A Comprehensive Examination of Education Policy and Perspectives")
![["Gerald E. Sroufe argues against the establishment of a federal Department of Education, stating that the cost and characteristics of education policy systems make it an unwise goal. He references historical attempts at reorganization within the government and emphasizes the need to reexamine the arguments for creating such a department."]](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_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0006_thumbnail.jpg "The Case Against a Federal Department of Education")
![["The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians expresses general support for the Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act, but is not satisfied with the provisions related to Indian educational reform. They believe that the focus should be on improving reservation-based schools operated by Indian tribes rather than subsidizing attendance at public schools. They also call for increased funding for Indian education programs and projects. They urge for modifications to the bill to ensure improvement in educational programs for Indians living on reservations."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: A Message to Congress")
![["Darrell Liddell wrote a letter to Senator Dewey Bartlett expressing support for the extension of Title IV funds of the Indian Education Act. Senator Bartlett responded, thanking Darrell for his support and assuring him that he will support the extension of Title IV funds when the matter reaches the Senate floor 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_0041_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Support for Extension of Title IV Funds in the Indian Education Act")
![["Steven Bolutza, a fourth grade student at Mitchell Elementary School in Tulsa, Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett expressing his support for the extension of Title IV funds of the Indian Education Act. Senator Bartlett responded, thanking Steven for his letter and assuring him of his support for the extension of funds. Steven expressed his appreciation for the Indian Education program and hoped it would continue for other students in the future."]](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_0040_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Extension of Title IV Funds for Indian Education")
![["The Department of Education Act of 1977 was introduced by Senator Ribicoff to establish a Department of Education to provide leadership and ensure effective enforcement of educational equal opportunity. The Act outlined the structure of the Department, including the positions under the Secretary of Education and the transfer of functions from other departments. It also proposed the creation of a Federal Interagency Committee on Education and a National Advisory Commission on Education. The Act also established an Inspector General to oversee auditing and investigative activities in the Department."]](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_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_9_0011_thumbnail.jpg "The Department of Education Act of 1977: Enhancing Educational Leadership and Coordination")