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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0017
- 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 Inequity
- Date:
- 1976-06-04
- 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_140_37_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- From Mud Huts to Prosperity: The Ak-Chin Indian Community's Success Story
- Date:
- 1976-06-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_22_36_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- A Legacy Preserved: Opening of the Centennial Safe at the U.S. Capitol
- Date:
- 1976-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Request for Support from Honorable Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1976-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- A Proposal for a North American Indian Day
- Date:
- 1976-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The Secretary of the Interior is addressing a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives regarding the issue of Indian preference employment. The Secretary plans to propose changes to the preference eligibility requirements for Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes to align with legal standards, while also considering the impact on current Bureau employees and providing a temporary solution for descendants of closed tribes. The Secretary acknowledges the complexity of the issue and seeks approval from the Civil Service Commission for the proposed changes."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Solutions for Indian Preference Employment Inequity")
![["The Ak-Chin Indian community is facing a critical water shortage that is threatening their only source of income from farming. They have sought assistance from Congress to implement promised water rights from 1912. Despite facing skepticism and challenges, the tribe has made strides towards self-sufficiency through their farming operation and community development. The success story of the Ak-Chin tribe is a testament to their perseverance and determination to overcome obstacles."]](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_37_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0012_thumbnail.jpg "From Mud Huts to Prosperity: The Ak-Chin Indian Community's Success Story")
![["Congressman Carl Albert announced that he will seek the enactment of three bills in the field of Indian affairs in the next Congress. The bills will extend restrictions on members of the Five Civilized Tribes, reopen the right to file claims before the Indian Claims Commission, and promote the rehabilitation of members of the Five Civilized Tribes and other Indians of eastern Oklahoma. Congressman Albert emphasized the importance of passing the first bill before the expiration date of April 26, 1956, to protect Oklahoma Indians from the sale or encumbrance of their restricted lands. He also plans to submit legislation to reopen the right to file claims before the Indian Claims Commission and promote the rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_22_36_0000-Speeches-Opening%20of%20the%20Centennial%20Safe.%20July%201,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_22_36_0001_thumbnail.jpg "A Legacy Preserved: Opening of the Centennial Safe at the U.S. Capitol")
![["The document consists of a series of letters regarding the Central Tribes of the Shawnee Area Inc. seeking a waiver from Mr. Blue Spruce's office in order to keep tribal officials in their positions. The documents address concerns about travel expenses, conflict of interest, and nepotism, and the need for compliance with ONAP policies. The Chairman of the CTSA Board of Directors is seeking support from Honorable Carl Albert and expresses frustration with the lack of cooperation from the government. The Speaker indicates that the issue will be forwarded to Representative Tom Steed for further action."]](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_37_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Request for Support from Honorable Carl Albert")
![["Joseph Drohan wrote a letter to Mr. Carl Albert, M.C., Speaker of The House, expressing gratitude for his prompt reply regarding legislation for a \"North American Indian Day\". Drohan, an Irish-born man, shared his interest in American Indians and his efforts to initiate the legislation. Mr. Albert responded, thanking Drohan for his support and explaining that he cannot introduce legislation but suggested contacting Congressman John H. Rousselot. Drohan proposed a bill for a North American Indian Day as a tribute to the Native American tribes and their history. He highlighted the injustices and tragedies faced by the Indigenous peoples and the debt owed to them by the descendants of European settlers."]](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_37_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0010_thumbnail.jpg "A Proposal for a North American Indian Day")
