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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Senate Proceedings: Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_8_0001
- 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: Management Capability for New Housing Projects
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_8_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Call to Support the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, HR 7852
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Lenape Nation, Chippewa Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_8_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Improving Indian Housing Programs: A Statement by Reaves Nahwooksy
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Funding for Hammon School: Bureau of Indian Affairs Response
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding the Future of Intermountain School
- Date:
- 1976-01-06
- Creator:
- Abourezk, James G., 1931-2023
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Preserving Intermountain School: A Call for Support and Action
- Date:
- 1976-01-06
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Support for Senate Bill #1017: Indian Self Determination & Education Reform Act
- Date:
- 1976-01-08
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- FY 1977 Budget Proposal for Indian Programs
- Date:
- 1976-01-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_29_21_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Improving American Indian Policy: A Comprehensive Review of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Management Study
- Date:
- 1976-01-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cayuga Nation, Caddo Nation, Quapaw Nation, Menominee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The Senate met on April 1, 1974, to discuss the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. The Act aims to promote maximum Indian participation in government and education, recognize the obligation of the United States to respond to the desires of Indian communities, and establish a national Indian education program. The Act also emphasizes the importance of self-determination and education for Indian children and adults, as well as the involvement of Indian tribes in federal programs and services. The Senate also discussed committee meetings and appointments during the session."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0026.jpg "Senate Proceedings: Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act")
![["The document is a response to a memorandum regarding Indian Housing Authorities' management capability for new housing projects. The Regional Administrator is developing a policy clarification applicable to all IHAs nationwide, providing interim guidance for Oklahoma IHAs. The document emphasizes the importance of defining acceptable rent collections levels and developing systematic approaches for long-term improvement. It also stresses the need for leniency towards families facing genuine hardships, while urging the Area Office to consider each IHA application individually based on its merits."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_33_8_0001.jpg "Policy Clarification for Indian Housing Authorities: Management Capability for New Housing Projects")
![["The Association of American Indian Physicians is urging all American Indians, Alaskan Natives, and Indian organizations to support the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, HR 7852. The bill is currently stalled in legislative processes and needs strong support to move forward. It is important for individuals to contact their state delegation, House committees, and other House members to express support for the bill. Additionally, individuals are encouraged to reach out to family, friends, and media to garner further support for the legislation."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_33_8_0004.jpg "Urgent Call to Support the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, HR 7852")
![["Reaves Nahwooksy, Coordinator of Indian Programs at the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, spoke before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs about the progress and goals of Indian housing production. The Department aims to meet commitments for housing production, with a focus on Oklahoma. They have specific goals for future housing production and have addressed concerns raised by Congress, including jurisdictional issues and the need for a handbook summarizing procedures for Indian housing. The Department has published proposed regulations for comment and is working on finalizing them, which will improve the Indian housing programs."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_33_8_0006.jpg "Improving Indian Housing Programs: A Statement by Reaves Nahwooksy")
![["A response to a letter from Senator Bartlett regarding funding needs for the Hammon School. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has adopted a policy of local tribal determination for resource allocation, and a planning allowance of $30,000 is available for the school in FY 1975. The funds can be used for physical facilities or other purposes, subject to mutual agreement between the school and the Bureau."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0001.jpg "Supporting Funding for Hammon School: Bureau of Indian Affairs Response")
![["The document from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Senator Bartlett discusses the future of Intermountain School, stating that it will remain open at least through the 1974-75 school year. There are discussions about potentially using the school as an inter-tribal or all-tribal school, but cost factors and impact on existing programs need to be considered. A task force is being formed to explore the possible uses of the facility, with input from Indian organizations. The document also mentions a meeting of concerned tribal leaders who oppose the closure of the school and request a study by qualified Indian educators. The document urges Senator Bartlett's assistance in the matter."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0001.jpg "Concerns Regarding the Future of Intermountain School")
![["Marjorie Wooten from Chilocco Indian School is concerned about Tillman returning to Concho and wants to check with BIA. Jim Hawkins explains that the Supreme Court stay allows the position to be filled, but it must be advertised again. Wooten is informed and believes Tillman may not be convinced. A phone call between Tillman and Hawkins is arranged. Tillman still wants the superintendent job at Chilocco and is returning to Concho to force BIA to act."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0022.jpg "Preserving Intermountain School: A Call for Support and Action")
![["The Superintendent of Miami Public Schools is writing to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett about Senate bill #1017, which redistributes funds for Indian children. The Superintendent believes this bill could benefit the 937 students of Indian descent in the Miami School District and requests the Senator's support."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0009.jpg "Letter of Support for Senate Bill #1017: Indian Self Determination & Education Reform Act")
![["The document is a news release from the Office of the Secretary regarding the budget for Indian programs in FY 1977. The total outlays are set at $1.05 billion, with a decrease in funding for the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. The budget includes new funding for the implementation of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Funds are also allocated for tribal grants, technical assistance, and tribal resource development. Funding for the Indian Loan Guaranty program is proposed to double. There are no funds allocated for education assistance provisions, and some construction activities have been reduced."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0003.jpg "FY 1977 Budget Proposal for Indian Programs")
![["The American Indian Policy Review Commission conducted a management study of the Bureau of Indian Affairs to identify problems and make recommendations for better service delivery to Indian people. The study involved private and public sector collaboration and recommended aggressive implementation for self-determination for Indian people. The Bureau of Indian Affairs, a complex organization vulnerable to inefficiency, has been a frequent target of criticism. The commission was created to review the historical and legal developments of the federal government's relationship with Indian people and make revisions to policies and programs for their benefit. The management study involved a preliminary survey to evaluate decision-making processes and information systems within the BIA."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_003_2_29_21_0001.jpg "Improving American Indian Policy: A Comprehensive Review of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Management Study")