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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Communication and Assistance with Indian Affairs and Programs
- Date:
- 1975-02-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Indian Militant Occupations and Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1975
- Date:
- 1975-02-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Crime--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Establishment of American Indian Policy Review Commission: A Letter to Mr. Berry Bishop
- Date:
- 1975-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_139_16_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Unique Federal - Indian Relationship: A Response to Mr. G.C. Southerland
- Date:
- 1975-04-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1975 Contract Award for Beaty Creek Bridge Construction Project
- Date:
- 1975-05-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Solutions for Indian Preference Employment Discrepancies
- Date:
- 1975-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Case Number 75-1047 and Bureau of Indian Affairs Address Request
- Date:
- 1975-07-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Assistance for Killingsworth Family's Health Care Issue
- Date:
- 1975-08-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Indian Communities: The Indian Action Team Program
- Date:
- 1975-09-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_12_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Victor Nedd Looney Named Executive Director of Chickasaw Housing Authority
- Date:
- 1975-09-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Housing--Law and legislation
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The Speaker expresses gratitude for receiving information about the Bureau of Indian Affairs and other government agencies with Indian programs. The Bureau of Indian Affairs provides contact information for inquiries and other federal agencies with Indian responsibilities. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs looks forward to working with the 94th Congress for the betterment of American Indian people."]](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_132_2_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201975/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Communication and Assistance with Indian Affairs and Programs")
![["The letter from Mr. Forbis expresses concern about Indian militants occupying private property and questions why they are allowed to do so without consequences. The response from the Bureau of Indian Affairs acknowledges the issue and explains that a commission has been established to review the relationship between the Federal government and Indian tribes in order to recommend necessary changes. The Bureau agrees that the take-overs are wrong and should not be permitted, but also emphasizes the need for prudent action to prevent bloodshed."]](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_132_2_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201975/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Indian Militant Occupations and Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1975")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs received a letter from Mr. Berry Bishop expressing concerns about Indian affairs. They informed him about the establishment of an American Indian Policy Review Commission and enclosed a report on its activities and goals. The Commission is composed of Members of the House of Representatives, the Senate, and tribal representatives. The Bureau believes that the Commission's recommendations will be effective."]](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_132_2_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201975/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment of American Indian Policy Review Commission: A Letter to Mr. Berry Bishop")
![["The document includes correspondence between the Speaker of the House of Representatives and Mr. G.C. Southerland regarding Indian health services and the unique relationship between Indian tribes and the Federal government. It discusses the legal-historical basis for the special treatment of Indians, as well as their eligibility for both special Federal Indian programs and general Federal programs. The Speaker's office also provides a Supreme Court opinion on Indian employment preference for Mr. Southerland's reference."]](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_16_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20General,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_139_16_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Unique Federal - Indian Relationship: A Response to Mr. G.C. Southerland")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs has awarded a contract to Jack Durrett for the construction of the Beaty Creek Bridge Project in Delaware County. The contract amount is $191,081.15 and the award will be made on May 5th."]](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_132_2_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201975/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1975 Contract Award for Beaty Creek Bridge Construction Project")
![["The Secretary of the Interior is addressing the issue of Indian preference employment and the requirement of a half-blood standard for certain Indian tribes. He proposes a plan to protect the rights of current Bureau employees and allow descendants of closed tribes to be eligible for preference. He acknowledges the legal questions surrounding these plans but is committed to implementing them if approved by the Civil Service Commission. The Secretary expresses a willingness to work with Speaker Carl Albert on this complex issue."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Solutions for Indian Preference Employment Discrepancies")
![["The letter is in response to a request for a copy of Case Number 75-1047 filed in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. The sender provides the address for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and directs letters to be sent to the Commissioner, Honorable Morris Thompson. The sender hopes the information provided will be helpful."]](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_132_2_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201975/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_132_2_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Case Number 75-1047 and Bureau of Indian Affairs Address Request")
![["The Speaker wrote to Mr. and Mrs. Killingsworth regarding their daughter's difficulty in accessing Indian Health facilities due to proof of Indian blood quantum requirement. The Speaker forwarded their letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and received a response stating that the Killingsworth's should contact the Bureau for a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood to resolve the issue. The Speaker also contacted the Indian Health Service for information on the matter."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Assistance for Killingsworth Family's Health Care Issue")
![["The Indian Action Team Program is a training program developed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to assist tribal governments in developing their communities in accordance with their development plans of self-determination. The program consists of three phases: planning, training, and implementation. The training is carried out on the reservation and focuses on providing marketable skills for long-term employment. The program aims to establish Indian businesses and enterprises to promote training and employment opportunities for Indian people. The main objective is to strengthen tribal governments and enable them to meet their development goals."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Indian Communities: The Indian Action Team Program")
![["Victor Nedd Looney has been appointed as the Executive Director of the Chickasaw Housing Authority in Ada, Oklahoma. He will be responsible for meeting the housing needs of Indian people in the Chickasaw Nation. Looney, who is one-quarter Chickasaw, has a background in community planning and education. He will be moving to Ada for his new position."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Victor Nedd Looney Named Executive Director of Chickasaw Housing Authority")