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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Challenges in Mutual Help Housing Delivery for the Osage Tribe
- Date:
- 1975-08-06
- Creator:
- Froman, Ronald Ron, 1940-2006
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Indian Housing Programs: Grievances and Solutions
- Date:
- 1975-08-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 113th (2013-2015)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Indian Education: A Call for Continued Funding for the Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.
- Date:
- 1975-09-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution on Indian Preference for Employment
- Date:
- 1975-11-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_45_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Matters: Osage Tribe's Referral to Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1975-12-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_33_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Unemployment in the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- Carney, Sidney M.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Seminole Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Ottawa Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States, Unemployment--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Dispute Over Proposed Regulations for Indian Preference Definition
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Dispute over Definition of Indian for Civil Service Commission Preference
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Quapaw Nation, Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Impact of Revised Indian Preference Rules on Five Oklahoma Tribes
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Analysis of Proposed BIA Regulation Expanding Preference for Descendants of Five Civilized and Osage Tribes in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The document discusses issues with the delivery of mutual help housing, specifically in relation to the slow processing and allocation of units to local authorities. The author suggests creating a division of Indian housing within the HUD area office to streamline procedures and increase production. The document also mentions the need for realignment of the organizational structure within HUD to improve coordination and efficiency in delivering housing programs. Additionally, there is a call to review and simplify the procedural steps involved in housing allocation to expedite construction."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Challenges in Mutual Help Housing Delivery for the Osage Tribe")
![["A Congressional hearing in Muskogee addressed concerns about the administration of public housing programs for Indians by federal bureaucrats from HUD and other agencies. Issues included delays in program approval, back payments on public housing, and delinquencies in tenant payments. Tribal leaders and federal officials acknowledged weaknesses in the system and the need for more resources and expertise. Senator Bartlett recommended better communication and collaboration between tribal and federal authorities to improve Indian housing programs."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Housing Programs: Grievances and Solutions")
![["The document is a series of letters and resolutions regarding the Chilocco Indian School in Oklahoma. The Osage Tribal Council has endorsed a remodeling program for the school and requested funding for its operation and maintenance. Members of Congress, including Happy Camp, have expressed support for the school and requested funding in the Interior Department Appropriation bill for Fiscal 1974. The documents emphasize the importance of the school in providing education and vocational training for Indian youth."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Indian Education: A Call for Continued Funding for the Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.")
![["The document discusses a resolution adopted by the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma regarding Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service. The Council rejects certain options mentioned in a letter from Commissioner Morris Thompson and supports a memorandum to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs dated October 1, 1975. The resolution was passed with a quorum of 23 voting members in favor. The Council emphasizes the importance of retaining the 1/4 degree blood requirement and establishing the same criteria for all Indians regardless of tribal affiliation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Preference,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution on Indian Preference for Employment")
![["The document is from the Osage Tribe of Indians to Speaker Carl Albert requesting assistance in resolving two pending matters with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Department of the Interior. The first issue is regarding the expenditure of education and socioeconomic funds, while the second issue concerns the certification of the tribe as a local government performing law enforcement functions. The tribe is seeking prompt action on these matters to ensure the funds are available for the upcoming school year and to settle the jurisdictional issue related to law enforcement on tribal reservations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_45_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Osage,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_45_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Matters: Osage Tribe's Referral to Indian Affairs")
![["The Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma wrote to Dr. Theodore Marrs expressing concern about high unemployment rates in southeastern Oklahoma, particularly among Native American populations. The Chief requested assistance in reducing unemployment and improving tribal management. In response, a letter from the Speaker of Indian Affairs informed the Chief of a bill that had been passed to provide public jobs and assistance to depressed areas, including those in the Old Choctaw Nation. The document assured the Chief of continued support and assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_33_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_33_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Unemployment in the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma: A Call for Action")
![["The document discusses a proposed change in the definition of 'Indian' for appointment authority in the Civil Service Commission. It argues that the proposed regulation is not supported by statutory authority and cannot be implemented. The document requests the suspension of processing the proposed regulations until the legal issues are resolved."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Preference,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Dispute Over Proposed Regulations for Indian Preference Definition")
![["The document discusses a proposed change in the definition of 'Indian' for appointment authority purposes, specifically regarding descendants of members of certain tribes in Oklahoma. The document expresses concern that the proposed regulations are not supported by statutory authority and requests the suspension of processing until the issue is resolved. The document also outlines the legal analysis supporting the contention that the proposed regulations are not valid."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Preference,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Dispute over Definition of Indian for Civil Service Commission Preference")
![["The hiring rules for Indian preference in the Bureau of Indian Affairs are being revised, which may have a negative impact on five Oklahoma tribes. The rules are changing to only provide preference to half-blood individuals, excluding those with one-quarter Indian blood. The controversy surrounding the changes has led to potential legal challenges and confusion among employees. Commissioner Morris Thompson has directed his staff to use the 1934 act criteria for Indian preference in hiring. There is also a memo regarding a call from Jim Robey of the BIA regarding Indian preference."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Preference,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Impact of Revised Indian Preference Rules on Five Oklahoma Tribes")
![["The document is a letter discussing a proposed Bureau of Indian Affairs regulation that would expand preference to descendants of members of certain tribes in Oklahoma. The document argues that this proposal is misconceived and lacks statutory authority. It also disputes the Secretary's interpretation of the Indian Reorganization Act and argues that the proposed regulation cannot be based on this interpretation. The document raises concerns about the lack of eligibility for descendants of certain Oklahoma tribes and questions the Secretary's position on tribal organization under the Act."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Preference,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Analysis of Proposed BIA Regulation Expanding Preference for Descendants of Five Civilized and Osage Tribes in Oklahoma")