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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Revitalizing Indian Education: A Special Report by the National Advisory Council on Vocational Education
- Date:
- 1974-01-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_19_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Amendments for Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act
- Date:
- 1974-01-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Education
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Choctaw Self-Determination: Response to S. 1017
- Date:
- 1974-01-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Advancing Self-Determination: The Future of Federal Indian Policy
- Date:
- 1974-01-22
- Creator:
- Bellmon, Henry
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_19_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Update on S. 1017: The Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act
- Date:
- 1974-01-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for Amending Senate Bill 1017 for Indian Controlled Higher Education
- Date:
- 1974-01-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- USET's Recommendations for S. 1017: A Letter to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett
- Date:
- 1974-01-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Support for H.R. 11949: A Letter from the Quapaw Tribe of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-02-04
- Creator:
- Bellmon, Henry
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Legislative Developments in Indian Affairs: Weekly Report 4/5/74 - 4/12/74
- Date:
- 1974-02-04
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare, Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Nation, Chippewa Nation, Seneca-Cayuga Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Senate Approves Legislation to Improve American Indian Education and Self-Government
- Date:
- 1974-02-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The National Advisory Council on Vocational Education submitted a Special Report on Indian Education in December 1973, addressing the unique needs and problems faced by American Indians in the education system. The report highlighted the disparities in educational opportunities and outcomes for American Indians, including high dropout rates, low levels of education, and chronic unemployment. It also discussed the historical context of Indian education and the need for a more sensible and consistent policy moving forward. The report emphasized the importance of vocational education and job training for the American Indian population."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Revitalizing Indian Education: A Special Report by the National Advisory Council on Vocational Education")
![["The document is informing Mr. Jap W. Blankenship about the official grant notification for the Cheyenne-Arapaho grant under the Indian Education Act. The grant amount is $100,000 and is for a proposal to combat the high drop-out rates in a seven-county area in Oklahoma. The document expresses appreciation for Congressman Camp's assistance and interest in Tribal programs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_19_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Cheyenne,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_19_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Amendments for Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act")
![["The document includes correspondence between the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas and members of Congress and the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding education programs and funding for Native American students. The organization expresses support for certain policies and resolutions, while requesting consideration for specific issues affecting their community. They also provide corrections to a resolution and seek assistance in securing funding for the Johnson O'Malley Program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Choctaw Self-Determination: Response to S. 1017")
![["The document discusses the historic strides taken in Federal Indian policy in the last five years, including increased funding for education, training, and self-determination. The focus is on returning land taken from Native American tribes, restoring trust status, achieving Alaska native claims settlement, and increasing Indian involvement in decision-making and budget planning. The Administration has proposed several bills to further enhance the economic capabilities of Native Americans, including measures for financing, self-determination, and education. Progress has been slow, but there is hope for positive change in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Advancing Self-Determination: The Future of Federal Indian Policy")
![["The BIA is in the process of allocating $12,300 to the Concho School, with the money expected to be received in about a month. However, there does not appear to be additional educational funds available for the school for Fiscal 1973."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_19_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Cheyenne,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_19_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Update on S. 1017: The Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act")
![["Mrs. Juanita L. Learned wrote a letter to Senator Henry Bellmon expressing her interest in the Commissioner of Indian Affairs position. She received a response from Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, thanking her for sharing her letter. Mrs. Learned also corresponded with W.W. Keeler, the Principal Chief of the Cherokees, who relayed information to Marvin Franklin about her interest in the position. Marvin Franklin indicated he was not interested in the job, despite newspaper reports suggesting otherwise. Mrs. Learned expressed her gratitude to Mr. Keeler for his support and requested assistance in setting up an appointment with the selection committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Proposal for Amending Senate Bill 1017 for Indian Controlled Higher Education")
![["The document consists of a series of correspondence between various individuals regarding the appointment of Thomas J. Ellison as the Area Director at the Muskogee Area Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Choctaw-Chickasaw Alliance passed a resolution opposing his appointment and informed Governor Hall about their concerns. William B. Buxton, Administrative Assistant to the Governor, acknowledged receipt of the resolution and thanked David Gardner for keeping them informed. Congressman Happy Camp also expressed appreciation for receiving a copy of the correspondence."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0004_thumbnail.jpg "USET's Recommendations for S. 1017: A Letter to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett")
![["The document consists of two letters, one from Mr. Lloyd Buffalo, Vice-Chairman of the Quapaw Tribal Business Committee, expressing support for H.R. 11949, and another from Congressman Happy Camp acknowledging the support and assuring that the views will be considered during the legislative process. Buffalo urges Congressman Camp to support the bill declaring certain lands are held in trust for the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes of Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Support for H.R. 11949: A Letter from the Quapaw Tribe of Oklahoma")
![["The Legislative Report covers various bills and hearings related to Indian affairs, education, transportation, unemployment compensation, land use planning, and healthcare. It also includes discussions on the establishment of certain trusts for tribes, revisions to housing acts, and the establishment of new programs and committees. The report highlights legislative actions taken in both the Senate and House of Representatives during the specified weeks."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Legislative Developments in Indian Affairs: Weekly Report 4/5/74 - 4/12/74")
![["The document is a response from Member of Congress Happy Camp to Chairman Frank Red Bone of the Apache Tribal Business Committee regarding proposed legislation to restore surplus lands to the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribes. Happy Camp appreciates Red Bone's letter and assures cooperation with Congressman Steed in researching the matter. Red Bone had previously written to Congressman Steed urging favorable action on the legislation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Senate Approves Legislation to Improve American Indian Education and Self-Government")