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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Advancements in Federal Indian Policy: A Look at the 1974 Budget and Self-Determination
- Date:
- 1974-03-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Indian Housing Production Under Pubic Law 93-383
- Date:
- 1974-03-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- 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_009_1_26_13_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Improving Federal Housing Programs for American Indians: Challenges and Solutions
- Date:
- 1974-03-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Housing and Community Development
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Actions Regarding Johnson-O'Malley Funding
- Date:
- 1974-03-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0077
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Acknowledgment of Proposal for Seminole National Health Program
- Date:
- 1974-03-25
- Creator:
- Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996, Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Community health services, 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_001_4_131_17_0076
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for Seminole Nation Health Program
- Date:
- 1974-03-28
- Creator:
- Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Community health services, 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)
![["The Under Secretary of the Interior, John C. Whitaker, discusses the progress made in Federal Indian policy over the last five years, including increased funding for education, training, and self-determination for Indian tribes. The budget request for the Bureau of Indian Affairs for Fiscal Year 1975 includes funding for education, social services, housing, law enforcement, and tribal resources. The Administration has proposed several bills to further enhance the economic capabilities of Native Americans, including the Indian Financing Act and bills related to self-determination and education. Progress has been slow, but there is hope for positive changes in the future."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0014.jpg "Advancements in Federal Indian Policy: A Look at the 1974 Budget and Self-Determination")
![["A letter from multiple members of the United States Senate to the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing concern that the legislation intended to build 15,000 low-income housing units for Indian people will not be carried out as planned. They question the allocation of funds and units and urge the Secretary to implement the legislative mandate quickly to improve housing conditions for Indian people."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0003.jpg "Concerns Regarding Indian Housing Production Under Pubic Law 93-383")
![["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."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0011.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."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0023.jpg "Homeownership Workshop for Native Americans")
![["The document is a letter from member of Congress Happy Camp thanking the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes for their resolution supporting Reeves F. Nahwooksy for the position of Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The resolution outlines Nahwooksy's qualifications and experience, including his work in various government agencies and with Indian tribes. It also includes his educational background and tribal affiliations."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0008.jpg "Improving Federal Housing Programs for American Indians: Challenges and Solutions")
![["The document includes correspondence between various individuals and organizations regarding Johnson-O'Malley funding for Native American tribes in Oklahoma. The Bureau of Indian Affairs responds to inquiries and provides information on funding for the program in fiscal year 1975. The United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas express concern and seek support from Congressional members for direct contracting of the Johnson O'Malley Program. Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, acknowledges the concerns and promises to look into the issue further."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0009.jpg "Concerns and Actions Regarding Johnson-O'Malley Funding")
![["Tom Steed, a member of the House of Representatives, received a proposal from Edwin Tanyan regarding the Seminole National Health Program. Steed thanked Tanyan for the proposal and assured him that he would work with Speaker Carl Albert to ensure that it receives consideration. Steed expressed appreciation for having a copy of the proposal in his file."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0077.jpg "Acknowledgment of Proposal for Seminole National Health Program")
![["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."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0029.jpg "Request for Inspection and Repairs: Housing Authority of the Kiowa Tribe of Indians")
![["The Seminole Nation of Oklahoma is submitting a proposal regarding the Seminole Nation Health Program to Honorable Carl Albert, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, seeking support for the program. They believe that by contracting these programs, the needs of their Indian people will be met as the current health care facilities are limited. The Chief expresses appreciation for the concern shown towards the problems of the Indian people during their last visit to Washington."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0076.jpg "Proposal for Seminole Nation Health Program")
![["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."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0027.jpg "Improving Indian Housing: A Call for Action")