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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Creek Judgment Fund Distribution and Tribal Government Services
- Date:
- 1973-09-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Memo Regarding the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs' Review of Legislation on Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin
- Date:
- 1973-09-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_3_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Hooper expresses concern about veterans' pension bill, Jones promises support.
- Date:
- 1973-09-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Legislation Introduced for Distribution of Creek Funds
- Date:
- 1973-09-26
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973), 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Creek Judgment Monies and Tribal Governance in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1973-09-28
- Creator:
- Cox, Claude A., 1913-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Speeches, addresses, etc., Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 92nd (1971-1973), 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_29_30_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Establishment of the American Indian Policy Review Commission
- Date:
- 1973-10-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Legislation Update: Creek Indian Judgment Award Distribution
- Date:
- 1973-10-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_29_30_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- 1973 Letter to Senator Bartlett from National Council on Indian Opportunity Regarding Pending Legislation and Recommendations
- Date:
- 1973-10-02
- Creator:
- Abourezk, James G., 1931-2023
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Creek Tribe Judgment Disposition Bills: A Response from Senator Dewey F. Bartlett
- Date:
- 1973-10-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 92nd (1971-1973), 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_29_31_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Establishment and Functioning of the American Indian Policy Review Commission: A Comprehensive Overview
- Date:
- 1973-10-05
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["A group of individuals from the Creek Tribe in Oklahoma are writing to the Acting Director of the Office of Indian Services regarding the distribution of judgment funds to the tribe. They express concerns about Chief Cox's financial ventures and the potential impact on the tribe's funds. They also mention a case of land removal and express a desire for a hearing with Chief Cox and the director to discuss the distribution of funds. They request copies of a recently enacted bill and express frustration with the lack of assistance from the Muskogee Office."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Creek Judgment Fund Distribution and Tribal Government Services")
![["The document is a memo from the Staff Director of the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs to all members, outlining the business scheduled for the next Full Committee meeting. It includes details about a bill, its analysis, and changes in existing law regarding the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin. The bill aims to repeal the Act terminating Federal supervision over the tribe and restore federal services to them."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Schedule%20of%20Meetings,%201971-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Memo Regarding the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs' Review of Legislation on Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin")
![["Bob R. Hooper wrote to Congressman James R. Jones expressing concern about a veterans' pension bill that would count spouses' income towards veterans' pension eligibility. He requested that Jones do everything he can to prevent this part of the bill from passing, as it would create hardship for many non-service connected disabled veterans and their families. Jones responded, thanking Hooper for his letter and assuring him that he will support proposals that best serve the needs of veterans when the final legislation comes before the House."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0000-Veterans%20Affairs%20-%20Disability%20Compensation,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_10_3_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Hooper expresses concern about veterans' pension bill, Jones promises support.")
![["Senator Dewey Bartlett has introduced two bills to distribute almost $1.8 million in funds to the Creek Indians of Oklahoma. One bill calls for the distribution of $1,346,000 to be divided between the Creek Indians of Oklahoma and those east of the Mississippi River, while the other bill provides $450,000 to the Creek Nation of Oklahoma for approved purposes. The funds are to pay Creek claims from 19th Century treaties with the federal government. The larger fund will be distributed on a per capita basis for Creeks east of the Mississippi."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation Introduced for Distribution of Creek Funds")
![["The document addresses concerns about the misuse of Creek Indian judgment funds by Mr. Cox and the lack of transparency in the Creek Tribal Governing Body. The document requests an investigation into the funds before two bills are passed and asks for a hearing or reconsideration of the funds' disposition. Further, the letter expresses reservations about a pending bill that could withhold a portion of judgment funds for programming. The document is signed by three Creek Indians and copies are sent to Senator Bartlett and Senator Bellmon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Creek Judgment Monies and Tribal Governance in Oklahoma")
![["The Department of the Interior responds to a request for their views on a resolution to establish an American Indian Policy Review Commission. They believe that the subject matter falls within the authority of Congress and that the commission should be a creation of Congress. They emphasize the importance of not weakening the Administration's Indian policy, specifically highlighting the rejection of termination, support for legislative proposals, and consultation with Indian communities. They recommend that any Congressional review of Indian policy should not undermine these essential elements."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_30_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_30_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Establishment of the American Indian Policy Review Commission")
![["The document is informing Mr. Kelly about legislation that has been passed to provide Indian tribes with an alternative method of distributing funds awarded by the Indian Claims Commission and Court of Claims. Mr. Kelly is advised to keep in touch with the Muskogee Area Office for updates on the distribution of the Creek judgment funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation Update: Creek Indian Judgment Award Distribution")
![["The National Council on Indian Opportunity met to discuss legislative proposals important to Indians and Alaska Natives. They reaffirmed their support for certain bills with amendments, endorsed a resolution repudiating the policy of termination, and made recommendations for greater Indian participation in a Commission. They expressed hope that the legislation would be passed favorably and offered their assistance to Senator Bartlett and the Committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_30_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_30_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1973 Letter to Senator Bartlett from National Council on Indian Opportunity Regarding Pending Legislation and Recommendations")
![["Ms. Sands received a response from Senator Bartlett regarding the two Creek judgment disposition bills she inquired about. He mentioned that there will be opportunities for concerns to be addressed at hearings and that intra-tribal matters will need to be resolved by tribal members. Senator Bartlett thanked Ms. Sands for expressing her 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_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Creek Tribe Judgment Disposition Bills: A Response from Senator Dewey F. Bartlett")
![["S. J. Res. 133 establishes the American Indian Policy Review Commission to review the historical and legal relationship between American Indians and the Federal Government. The Commission will be composed of 15 members, with Congressional members serving without compensation and Indian members receiving a daily allowance. The Commission is granted the power to hold hearings and subpoena witnesses, and is authorized to access information from government agencies. A budget of $2 million is allocated for the Commission's expenses, including salaries, studies, and surveys."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_31_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_31_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment and Functioning of the American Indian Policy Review Commission: A Comprehensive Overview")