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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Housing Hearings
- Date:
- 1976-03-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0096
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Contact Information and Correspondence of Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Meeting
- Date:
- 1976-03-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Military budget, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Expanding Urban Indian Health Programs in Oklahoma City
- Date:
- 1976-03-04
- Creator:
- Starr, Hickory Jr., 1940-2023
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Increased Funding for Indian Action Teams
- Date:
- 1976-03-05
- Creator:
- Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Seminole Indians, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_20_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Guidelines for Teaching Concepts of Fairness, Justice and Democracy in BIA and Tribal-Contract Schools
- Date:
- 1976-03-05
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Indian Communities: The Impact of the Indian Action Program
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns over Indian Preference Blood Quantum Requirements
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Banks and banking, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Modification of Indian Preference Eligibility Standard
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Education, Higher--United States, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Indian Preference Employment for Five Civilized Tribes of Eastern Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education, Higher--United States, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_8_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Improving Federal Housing Programs for American Indians: Challenges and Solutions
- Date:
- 1976-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["Lyle H. Boren, a member of the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce in the 4th Oklahoma District, has informed the superintendent of Pharoah Public Schools that their project to construct a home economics building has been approved by the President. Boren is willing to offer further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Housing Hearings")
![["James R. Jones, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, received a letter from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission regarding an inquiry on behalf of Mr. Dan Palmer. The Commission will be in Tulsa on April 3, 1976, and Jones is making arrangements for Palmer to meet with them. Jones is offering his office's assistance in setting up the meeting."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0096_thumbnail.jpg "Contact Information and Correspondence of Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Meeting")
![["The document includes a series of letters regarding additional funding for the Oklahoma City Urban Indian Health Project. The Speaker of the House and the Director of the Indian Health Service express gratitude for the support and promise to consider the funding request. The Director of the Oklahoma City Urban Indian Health Project outlines the need for additional funding and provides alternative budget proposals. The documents show a collaborative effort to ensure equitable distribution of funds for urban Indian health programs."]](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_139_18_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Hospitals,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Expanding Urban Indian Health Programs in Oklahoma City")
![["The Seminole Nation of Oklahoma is requesting increased funding for the Indian Action Team Program of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. They believe that the program is successful and vital for economic development and training within tribal communities. They have sent a letter to the Speaker of the House and the Chairman of the Subcommittee on Interior Appropriations to bring attention to the issue and request their support in securing more funding for the program."]](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_38_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Action,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Increased Funding for Indian Action Teams")
![["The memorandum is about the release of a curriculum bulletin titled \"Guidelines for Teaching Concepts of Fairness, Justice and Democracy in BIA and Tribal-Contract Schools\". The bulletin was created to review student rights in BIA schools and includes new Manual Policies and Federal Regulations on Student Rights and Responsibilities. The goal is for Education personnel to use the document effectively to benefit Indian youth and society at large."]](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_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Indian%20Education%20Programs/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_20_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Guidelines for Teaching Concepts of Fairness, Justice and Democracy in BIA and Tribal-Contract Schools")
![["The document discusses the Indian Action Program, which trains Native Americans in construction trades. They are seeking additional funding for the program and have received support from Congressman Sid Yates. The program has been successful in providing training and employment opportunities for tribal members and has had a positive impact on tribal communities. They are requesting assistance in obtaining funding for the program to continue its success."]](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_38_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Action,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Indian Communities: The Impact of the Indian Action Program")
![["Overton James raised concerns about the rules and regulations for Indian preference being promulgated by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, particularly regarding blood quantum requirements for different tribes. The issue is being looked into, and R.D. Folsom has expressed interest in attending any future meetings on the topic."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns over Indian Preference Blood Quantum Requirements")
![["The document is a request to the United States Civil Service Commission to consider changing the definition of \"Indian\" for the purpose of employment preference in the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The request is based on discrepancies between the current definition and statutory definitions, as well as legal cases challenging the existing criteria. The goal is to align the appointment authority with the statutory definition to ensure fair treatment of individuals of Indian descent."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Modification of Indian Preference Eligibility Standard")
![["The document is addressing a problem with defining \"Indian\" for purposes of Indian preference employment for the Five Civilized Tribes of Eastern Oklahoma. The Department of the Interior had initially suggested a one-quarter degree requirement, but a staff member from the American Policy Review Commission suggested a one-half degree requirement. The document requests that any rulemaking regarding the Tribes be postponed and suggests including an exception for the Tribes in the new regulation. It also mentions a similar alternative proposed by the Solicitor General's office. The Speaker asks for consideration of these suggestions to avoid disruption for the Tribes."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Indian Preference Employment for Five Civilized Tribes of Eastern Oklahoma")
![["The document discusses the unique relationship between Indian people and the Federal government regarding housing programs. It highlights challenges faced by Indian housing authorities in adapting federal programs to their needs and the complex coordination required among federal agencies. It also mentions the impact of recent legislation on tribal housing programs and the need for changes in the federal agency bureaucracy to improve the delivery of housing funds and address the increasing housing needs of Indian communities. The document calls for testimony from tribal leaders and housing authority representatives to improve housing conditions for tribal members."]](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_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_8_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Federal Housing Programs for American Indians: Challenges and Solutions")