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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Policy Clarification for Indian Housing Authorities: A Memo to Honorable Dewey Bartlett
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- Cox, Claude A., 1913-
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Response to Invitation for Indian Housing Field Hearings
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Indian Housing Production in the Anadarko Area: A Report for the United States Senate
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Housing Needs for Comanche Indians in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Caddo Nation, Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Addressing Employment Opportunities for Indian Americans in HUD
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- Cox, Claude A., 1913-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Secretary Carla A. Hills Regarding American Indian Employment Opportunities in HUD
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Education, Social Welfare
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Caddo Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- 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_2_33_12_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Amendments to S. 1017 for Indian Education and Government Participation
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- Abourezk, James G., 1931-2023
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_14_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Amendment for Flexibility in Tribal Organization Contracts
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Senator Dewey F. Bartlett to Conduct Congressional Hearings on Indian Housing in Oklahoma City
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The document is a correspondence from the Housing Authority of the Creek Nation of Oklahoma regarding a request to suspend new housing units allocated to all tribes. The Executive Director discusses the need for a policy clarification applicable to all Indian Housing Authorities and provides interim guidance for Oklahoma IHAs. The document emphasizes the importance of addressing rent collection problems and management deficiencies while also ensuring new housing production. The Executive Director disagrees with suspending all unit allocations and emphasizes a case-by-case approach based on individual merits."]](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_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Policy Clarification for Indian Housing Authorities: A Memo to Honorable Dewey Bartlett")
![["The Commissioner of Indian Affairs responds to an invitation to testify at Indian housing field hearings but is unable to attend. He authorizes three BIA staff members to participate in the panel presentation instead."]](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_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Invitation for Indian Housing Field Hearings")
![["The document is from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Department of Housing and Urban Development providing information on the production of public housing by tribal housing authorities in the Anadarko Area from 1972-1975. It includes statistics on the number of housing units constructed with financial assistance from HUD and future plans for additional units. The Regional Office of HUD also confirms they will provide additional information requested by Senator Bartlett for the Indian housing program."]](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_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Housing Production in the Anadarko Area: A Report for the United States Senate")
![["The document includes a series of letters discussing housing issues for Comanche Indians in Oklahoma and concerns about House bill 1218 related to Indian lifestyles. Senator Dewey F. Bartlett responds to the letters, acknowledging the housing situation and addressing the confusion about the bill. The documents express the need for more housing units in Cotton County and opposition to House bill 1218."]](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_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Housing Needs for Comanche Indians in Oklahoma")
![["The document addressed to Senator DFB raises concerns about the lack of Indian applicants being considered for positions within the Indian Housing Branch at HUD. It mentions specific instances where qualified Indian applicants were overlooked for non-Indian candidates. The document also questions HUD's affirmative action efforts and lack of representation of Indian Americans within the agency. The Senator requests an explanation of the selection process and calls for a review of current applicants to ensure that Indians are given fair opportunities for employment within HUD."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Addressing Employment Opportunities for Indian Americans in HUD")
![["The National Congress of American Indians sent a letter to Secretary Carla A. Hills urging her to extend the closing dates of certain positions to allow more American Indians to apply. They are concerned that qualified Indian applicants are being rejected and a non-Indian was selected for a position. They request a review of all Indian applicants and ask for consideration of American Indians for all positions. They also mention that HUD is not following the affirmative action program mandated by Executive Order 11478."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Secretary Carla A. Hills Regarding American Indian Employment Opportunities in HUD")
![["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")
![["A proposed bill, S. 1017, aimed at promoting maximum Indian participation in government and education, providing for the full participation of Indian tribes in federal programs, establishing a national Indian education program, encouraging local Indian school control, and training professionals in Indian education. The proposed amendments include provisions for contracts between the Secretary and states, tribal organizations, and school districts for the education of Indian students, as well as reimbursement for educating students from tribes not residing in the state, and the establishment of local committees to participate in program development."]](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_12_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_12_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Amendments to S. 1017 for Indian Education and Government Participation")
![["The proposed amendment to S.1017 would allow contracts between tribal organizations and government agencies to be for up to three years, depending on the availability of appropriations. This change is intended to provide more flexibility for educational systems and reduce turnover of staff in Indian education. The amendment also includes provisions for accountability and auditing. The amendment addresses concerns about obligating the government beyond annual appropriations by stating that contracts are subject to the availability of appropriations. Similar contracting practices already exist in other government agencies, such as NASA and the Defense Department."]](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_14_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_14_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Amendment for Flexibility in Tribal Organization Contracts")
![["Senator Dewey F. Bartlett announced he will conduct congressional hearings on Indian housing in Oklahoma City on February 12. The hearings will focus on resolving issues with the current Indian housing delivery system and may lead to necessary legislation. Witnesses from various government agencies will testify at the hearings."]](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_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Dewey F. Bartlett to Conduct Congressional Hearings on Indian Housing in Oklahoma City")