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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Legislation for Promotional Equity: The Retirement Benefits Act
- Date:
- 1974-04-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_11_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Advancing Indian Education: The Importance of Indian-Controlled Community Colleges
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Efficient Funding for Native American Students in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1975-06-30
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Protest Against Misuse of Education Staff and Denial of Training Opportunities for Indians
- Date:
- 1975-10-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Law Enforcement Certification for Five Indian Tribes in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1976-01-14
- Creator:
- Butler, Raymond
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Otoe Nation, Ponca Nation, Tonkawa Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Native American Awareness Week: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1976-10-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Cherokee Tribe Election Procedures
- Date:
- 1976-11-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The document discusses the historical context of preferential hiring and promotion for Indian people in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service. It highlights the conflict between non-Indian employees reaching a career dead-end and qualified Indian individuals waiting for promotional opportunities. To address this issue, a bill is introduced to revise retirement benefits for non-Indian employees, allowing them to retire earlier and creating more opportunities for qualified Indians to advance in their careers. The bill also outlines specific amendments to existing laws to support this initiative."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation for Promotional Equity: The Retirement Benefits Act")
![["Lionel R. Bordeaux, President of Sinte Gleska Community College and the American Indian Higher Education Consortium, testified before the House Subcommittee on Interior and Insular Affairs in 1974, advocating for the establishment of Indian-controlled community colleges. He highlighted the educational needs and challenges faced by American Indians, emphasizing the importance of tribal control and cultural relevance in education. Bordeaux outlined the unique characteristics and benefits of Indian Community Colleges, as well as the financial challenges and limited progress in developing curricula. He urged for greater recognition and support for these institutions to provide a comprehensive spectrum of educational services for American Indians."]](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_11_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_11_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Advancing Indian Education: The Importance of Indian-Controlled Community Colleges")
![["The document from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Bartlett addresses the issue of delays in scholarship funding for Native American students in Oklahoma colleges and universities. The Bureau explains the process for funding Native American students and outlines the various factors contributing to the delays, including cooperation with the United States Office of Education, tight deadlines, and processing issues at colleges. Efforts are being made to improve communication and efficiency in order to reduce delays in scholarship funding."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Efficient Funding for Native American Students in Oklahoma")
![["The document is a protest against the recent personnel action taken by the Muskogee Area Director and Assistant Area Director, Education, for pulling out the Superintendent of the Sequoyah Indian Boarding School and detailing him to a non-education program. The document also protests against manipulation tactics used by the directors, lack of proper training opportunities for Indian employees, and discrimination in detail assignments. The writers urge the Acting Commissioner to investigate and take corrective action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Protest Against Misuse of Education Staff and Denial of Training Opportunities for Indians")
![["A series of letters and communications regarding the certification of five Indian tribes in Oklahoma to perform law enforcement functions. There are concerns about the jurisdiction of the State of Oklahoma in Indian country, and a legal opinion is being sought. Senator Bartlett and other tribal representatives are involved in discussions to address these issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Law Enforcement Certification for Five Indian Tribes in Oklahoma")
![["A series of correspondence and proclamations regarding Native American Awareness Week in 1976. The United National Indian Tribal Youth organization is seeking support for Senate Joint Resolution #209 to proclaim the week of October 10-16 as Native American Awareness Week. President Gerald Ford ultimately proclaims this week as Native American Awareness Week, recognizing the contributions of Native Americans to American society. Senator Bartlett expresses regret for not being able to attend the UNITY convention but sends a representative in his place."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Native American Awareness Week: A Call to Action")
![["The document addresses concerns from the Cherokee tribe regarding the upcoming election for Council members and absentee voting procedures. They feel the procedures are not in compliance with state laws and request that the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Secretary of the Interior review and assure the procedures are in line with the Voter Rights Act. Senator Dewey F. Bartlett requests an investigation into the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Cherokee Tribe Election Procedures")