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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Enactment of Indian Legislation: A Letter from Governor Overton James
- Date:
- 1974-03-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_19_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Committee Update: Reconsideration of S. 1017, Title II Part A
- Date:
- 1974-03-08
- 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_003_2_32_19_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for Funding Indian Low-Income Housing Projects: Letter to Subcommittee on Housing
- Date:
- 1974-03-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Housing Needs for Low-Income Indian Families in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-03-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Response to Senator Bartlett's Concerns on Indian Housing Programs
- Date:
- 1974-03-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Title: Concerns and Recommendations Regarding S. 1017
- Date:
- 1974-03-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Kaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Empowering American Indians: The Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1974
- Date:
- 1974-03-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_29_30_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Rescheduling Request and Discussion of Amendments for Establishment of the American Indian Policy Review Commission
- Date:
- 1974-03-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Advancements in Federal Indian Policy: A Look at the 1974 Budget and Self-Determination
- Date:
- 1974-03-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Indian Housing Production Under Pubic Law 93-383
- Date:
- 1974-03-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["Mr. Harry Guy sent a letter to Congressman Camp regarding a reply to his appeal to the Bureau of Indian Affairs. He did not believe that the Bureau had the authority to get involved in the internal affairs of the Caddo Indian Tribe without a formal request. The Bureau acknowledged receiving his appeal and stated that they would withhold a decision pending the results of an upcoming tribal election."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Enactment of Indian Legislation: A Letter from Governor Overton James")
![["Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, is writing to Dr. John R. Ottina in support of a proposal submitted by the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes under the Indian Education Act. The proposal aims to combat high drop-out rates among Indian youth in Oklahoma by improving motivation to complete high school. The Tribes have consistently encouraged education and the proposal includes funding for various activities and improvements at the Concho Indian School. The plan aims to increase teacher-student ratios and must be approved before the end of the fiscal year."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Committee Update: Reconsideration of S. 1017, Title II Part A")
![["Tom Steed, a member of the House of Representatives from Oklahoma, is proposing an amendment to a housing bill in order to provide funding for Indian low-income housing projects. He highlights the great need for this program among the Indian population in Oklahoma, citing statistics and support from tribal organizations. Steed is urging the subcommittee on Housing to consider and support this important issue."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Proposal for Funding Indian Low-Income Housing Projects: Letter to Subcommittee on Housing")
![["The Housing Authority of the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma is expressing their concerns to Congressional delegates about the challenges they face in providing housing for low-income Indian families. They are frustrated with the allocation process for housing units, lack of personnel and technical knowledge, restrictions on land use for sewage systems, and delays in clearing title for construction. They are asking for more input in decision-making, adequate resources, and a steady flow of housing units to meet their needs. They emphasize the importance of addressing housing issues for American citizens and highlight a tragic incident that occurred due to sub-standard housing."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Housing Needs for Low-Income Indian Families in Oklahoma")
![["The Assistant Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development responds to a letter from Senator Bartlett regarding Indian housing programs in Oklahoma. A task force has been appointed to study the administration of these programs and address concerns raised. Options for transferring jurisdiction and audits are being discussed, and a manual is being prepared. A more detailed response will be provided after the task force completes its study."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Senator Bartlett's Concerns on Indian Housing Programs")
![["The United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas adopted a resolution during their meeting to secure the administration and funding of the entire Johnson O'Malley Program for the western tribes of Oklahoma. They hope that by securing these funds, they will be able to provide a better educational program for their Indian people. They sent a letter to Mr. Hawkins, Director of Education Programs at the Bureau of Indian Affairs, informing him of their resolution and seeking support for their cause. Congressman Happy Camp also acknowledged their concerns and thanked them for sharing the information with him."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Concerns and Recommendations Regarding S. 1017")
![["Mr. Francis Drexil, a member of the Osage Tribal Council, wrote a letter to Honorable Marvin Franklin, Assistant to the Secretary for Indian Affairs, expressing support for Mr. T. J. Ellison to be appointed as the Area Director of the Muskogee Area office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Osage Tribal Council believes that Mr. Ellison, who is familiar with tribal operations in eastern Oklahoma, is the best candidate for the position. The document was forwarded by Congressman Happy Camp to Mr. Franklin, who acknowledged the support of the Osage Tribal Council and stated that Mr. Ellison would be considered for the position."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering American Indians: The Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1974")
![["Senator James Abourezk is requesting that a resolution regarding the establishment of the American Indian Policy Review Commission be rescheduled for further consideration by the full Committee, as there was confusion over an amendment proposed by Senator Bartlett. Chairman Henry M. Jackson has agreed to place the resolution on the agenda for further discussion."]](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_30_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_30_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Rescheduling Request and Discussion of Amendments for Establishment of the American Indian Policy Review Commission")
![["The Under Secretary of the Interior, John C. Whitaker, discusses the progress made in Federal Indian policy over the last five years, including increased funding for education, training, and self-determination for Indian tribes. The budget request for the Bureau of Indian Affairs for Fiscal Year 1975 includes funding for education, social services, housing, law enforcement, and tribal resources. The Administration has proposed several bills to further enhance the economic capabilities of Native Americans, including the Indian Financing Act and bills related to self-determination and education. Progress has been slow, but there is hope for positive changes 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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Advancements in Federal Indian Policy: A Look at the 1974 Budget and Self-Determination")
![["A letter from multiple members of the United States Senate to the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing concern that the legislation intended to build 15,000 low-income housing units for Indian people will not be carried out as planned. They question the allocation of funds and units and urge the Secretary to implement the legislative mandate quickly to improve housing conditions for Indian people."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Indian Housing Production Under Pubic Law 93-383")