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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Need for Comprehensive Indian Education Legislation
- Date:
- 1974-03-22
- Creator:
- Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Homeownership Workshop for Native Americans
- Date:
- 1974-03-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Request for Inspection and Repairs: Housing Authority of the Kiowa Tribe of Indians
- Date:
- 1974-03-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Improving Indian Housing: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1974-03-29
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to National Indian Housing Conference
- Date:
- 1974-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Recommendations for Indian Housing Program in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-04-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Challenges and Opportunities in Public Housing for American Indians
- Date:
- 1974-04-02
- Creator:
- Steed, Thomas Jefferson, 1904-1983
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_34_6_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Johnson-O'Malley Act Administration: Senate Committee Hearing
- Date:
- 1974-04-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Special Education for Indigenous Children: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1974-04-17
- Creator:
- Gilley, Wayne, 1915-1990
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- 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)
![["The Coalition of Indian Controlled School Boards expresses concern about the lack of comprehensive legislation addressing Indian education, particularly in regards to self-determination. They discuss the inadequacies of current legislation and urge for the development of new legislation that addresses Indian education financing and control. They provide key principles that they believe should apply to any Indian education legislation and request that the Senate committees take swift action on S. 1017 with necessary changes. They offer to work with the committees 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_2_33_15_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Need for Comprehensive Indian Education Legislation")
![["The Creek Housing Authority in Okmulgee is offering housing advice to local Indians on building and buying a home. The Tulsa Urban Indian Center is hosting a workshop for Native Americans with housing questions. The Cherokee Housing Authority has delayed foreclosure action on 200 Indian homes in the Cherokee Nation, with mortgage payments behind on many properties. Low-income families can obtain homes through a program where they deed land to the housing authority and work on construction. If debts are not paid, the homes and land will be deeded to the homeowner."]](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_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Homeownership Workshop for Native Americans")
![["The Housing Authority of the Kiowa Tribe of Indians is facing issues with substandard construction in their housing units. They have requested an inspection team from the Department of Housing and Urban Development to assess the conditions of their homes and make necessary corrections. The enclosed documents detail the deficiencies found in the units inspected and the repairs needed, such as replacing faucets, resealing exterior openings, and reinstalling sub-flooring. The Housing Authority is struggling to collect payments and evict non-paying tenants due to the poor construction of the homes."]](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_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Inspection and Repairs: Housing Authority of the Kiowa Tribe of Indians")
![["Dewey F. Bartlett, a United States Senator from Oklahoma, conducted field hearings on Indian housing in his state and identified problem areas that could possibly be resolved by further hearings with government agencies. He requested approval to conduct a one-day hearing on Indian housing in Oklahoma. Bartlett also apologized for a delay in responding to a request for information on Indian housing projects from the Department of Health, Education and Welfare, and referred the correspondence to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Department of Housing and Urban Development responded, stating that an Office of Indian Policy and Programs had been established to coordinate issues related to Indian housing, and offered assistance in answering any questions or discussing relevant issues."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Indian Housing: A Call for Action")
![["The National Council on Indian Opportunity is hosting a National Indian Housing Conference in Washington, D.C. on April 9-10, 1974. The conference will address concerns related to Federal Indian housing efforts, production of housing units, administration of the housing program, and proposed legislation. Representatives from various government agencies will be present to discuss these issues. Tribal Chairmen and Indian Housing Authorities are invited to attend and are asked to prepare written papers outlining specific problems and solutions. The Council does not have funds available for travel expenses. The conference aims to provide suggestions for improved legislation and better delivery of services from the Federal Government."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to National Indian Housing Conference")
![["Senator Dewey F. Bartlett writes to Secretary Carla Hills of the Housing and Urban Development department regarding concerns raised by Oklahoma Indian Housing Authorities during recent field hearings. The main issues include the relocation of the Indian Housing Program administration to Denver, inadequate audits of Indian Housing Authorities, and the need for an up-to-date Indian Housing Manual. Senator Bartlett suggests the creation of a Task Force in Oklahoma City to address these issues and expresses hope for further field hearings to address problems in the program's delivery system. He requests Secretary Hills' personal attention to these concerns."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Recommendations for Indian Housing Program in Oklahoma")
![["The document from the Creek Nation Housing Authority to the Department of Housing & Urban Development addresses the lack of adequate housing for American Indians in Oklahoma. They discuss the unique challenges faced by Indian tribes in obtaining housing, including issues with property ownership and financing. The document also highlights the difficulties in implementing Mutual Help Housing programs due to lack of guidelines and funding. The Authority requests changes to the current system to better address the housing needs of 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_32_19_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Challenges and Opportunities in Public Housing for American Indians")
![["The Senate Committee on Interior & Insular Affairs, Subcommittee on Indian Affairs held an informational hearing on rules and regulations for the administration of the Johnson-O'Malley Act on December 11, 1974. The purpose of the hearing was to clarify the rules governing financial assistance for eligible Indian children and define the role of Indian parental participation. Panelists included representatives from various schools, tribes, and organizations. There were also discussions about hazardous substances and proposed revisions to regulations related to Indian education."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_34_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Johnson%20-%20O'Malley,%201972%20Apr.%20-%201977%20July/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_34_6_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Johnson-O'Malley Act Administration: Senate Committee Hearing")
![["The document discusses the importance of supporting Public Law 94-142, The Education of All Handicapped Children Act, especially for Indian children. It emphasizes the need for Special Education programs in schools operated by the Bureau of Indian Affairs and urges for adequate funding for these programs. The American Indian Nurses Association gives their full support to this cause."]](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_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Special Education for Indigenous Children: A Call for Action")
![["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")