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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Decentralization and Participation: A Discussion on the Reform of Local Government in the U.S. - Letter to Mrs. La Donna Harris, 1976
- Date:
- 1976-01-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Changes to Indian Preference Regulations: Impact on Oklahoma Tribes
- Date:
- 1976-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, Quapaw Nation, Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_12_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Proposal for Turnkey Housing Construction in Comanche, Caddo, and Kiowa Counties
- Date:
- 1976-09-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development, Health
- Names:
- Caddo Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Indian Tribe
- Topic:
- Housing--Law and legislation
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_7_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Schmitt Amendment: Transfer of DOD Schools
- Date:
- 1976-10-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Sac and Fox Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_29_36_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Overview of the American Indian Policy Review Commission and Task Force on Tribal Government
- Date:
- 1977-09-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Cayuga Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Quapaw Nation, Chippewa Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Environmental Protection
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The letter discusses the importance of decentralization and participation in local government in the U.S., citing five major decentralizing forces at work. It emphasizes the need for communities to have more control over their own affairs and for federal action to support participation and decentralization. The writer suggests gathering information about local organizational efforts and analyzing how federal regulations and financial aid can promote these goals. They express a willingness to continue the discussion with the recipient and their colleagues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Decentralization and Participation: A Discussion on the Reform of Local Government in the U.S. - Letter to Mrs. La Donna Harris, 1976")
![["The document is a letter written by Senator James Abourezk and Congressman Lloyd Meeds regarding the American Indian Policy Review Commission and the Department of the Interior's proposal to amend Indian preference regulations. They clarify that the legal opinions of Karl Funke, a specialist, were not representative of the Commission's official position. The document addresses concerns about eligibility for Indian preference, particularly for Oklahoma tribes, and requests clarification from the Department of the Interior and Civil Service Commission. The document also discusses potential changes to Indian preference rules in hiring within the Bureau of Indian Affairs, which may impact tribes in Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Preference,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Changes to Indian Preference Regulations: Impact on Oklahoma Tribes")
![["The document includes correspondence regarding the lack of Indian housing construction in Cotton County, Oklahoma. The Housing Authority of the Comanche Tribe is being asked to provide information on the situation. Proposals for turnkey housing construction are also being accepted by the Housing Authority. The requirements for the proposals include unit distribution, dwelling specifications, qualifications of the developer, and compliance with various regulations and laws. Additional information can be obtained from the Executive Director of the Housing Authority."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_12_0000%20--%20Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Programs%20(General),%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_12_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Proposal for Turnkey Housing Construction in Comanche, Caddo, and Kiowa Counties")
![["The document includes a message urging Senator Dewey F. Bartlett to support an amendment to prevent the transfer of Indian education programs from the Department of the Interior to the Department of Education. It also includes support from the Sac and Fox Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma for the Stevens amendment. Additionally, there is opposition to the Schmitt Amendment to transfer Department of Defense Overseas Dependents Schools to the Department of Education, with arguments for why the transfer would benefit the educational quality of the schools. The document also includes a list of senators and a letter opposing the Schmitt Amendment."]](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_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Schmitt Amendment: Transfer of DOD Schools")
![["The document provides information about the Tribal Government Task Force, including its members, purpose, and goals. The task force aims to examine tribal government structures, functions, and powers in order to enhance tribal sovereignty and address current and future challenges faced by Indian tribes. The document outlines the primary tasks, methodology, and topic areas that the task force will focus on, as well as the importance of input and participation from Indian people and tribes. Additionally, a Tribal Government Seminar is scheduled to discuss major issues concerning tribal governments and their sovereignty."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_36_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Overview of the American Indian Policy Review Commission and Task Force on Tribal Government")
