Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Assistance with Bureau of Indian Affairs Issue 1966-08-10 1966-08-10 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 89th (1965-1967) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_1_41_12_0000, Box, 41, 12, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0052 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0052_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883588 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0052.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Cayuga Nation 1 Page The document provides information to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding tribal claims of the Seneca Indians that were filed with the Indian Claims Commission. It mentions that many claims have been filed and are being prosecuted by different groups representing the Seneca Nation. The document also discusses a specific case that was dismissed by the Indian Claims Commission but later sent back for further review by the Court of Claims. It mentions that the Indian Claims Commission is set to continue until April 10, 1967, and there are bills before Congress to extend its life for another two years. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Report on Indian Housing Deficiencies and Solutions: A Call for Attention and Action 1970-01-01 1970-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971); 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_6_0000, Box, 33, 6, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0010 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_0010_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865229 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/CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0010.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Shawnee Nation; Modoc Nation; Quapaw Nation; Cayuga Nation 5 Pages The Inter-Tribal Council, Inc. is representing eight tribes in Oklahoma and is concerned about the state of Indian Housing Programs. They believe there are many deficiencies in the current housing projects and emphasize the need for continued improvement and maintenance. They suggest that more attention to planning, completion, detail, and the needs of Indian families is necessary to solve the housing problem. They also propose that a specific government entity be responsible for administering Indian Housing Programs. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Update on the Intermountain School Study: May 1974 1973-04-12 1973-04-12 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_34_3_0000, Box, 34, 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0006 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Intermountain%20School,%201973%20June/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865409 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Intermountain%20School,%201973%20June/CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0006.pdf correspondence Education--United States Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Cayuga Nation; Navajo Nation; Modoc Nation; Quapaw Nation; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Shawnee Nation 7 Pages The status report from the Intermountain School on March 28, 1974, discusses plans for studying potential future uses of the facility, including the possibility of operating an inter-tribal school. The report outlines contingency plans for the 1974-75 school year, which may involve either continuing the high school program with open enrollment or reducing enrollment to 500 returning junior and senior students. The study is expected to be completed by August 31, 1974, and decisions on the future of the school will be made by June 30. The report also includes resolutions of support from the Inter-Tribal Council and the United Southeastern Tribes. Subsequent letters to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett provide updates on the study progress and the independence of the Intermountain Study Commission. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Memorandum on the Transfer of Projects from the Office of Economic Opportunity to the Bureau of Community Health Services 1973-09-07 1973-09-07 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_8_0000, Box, 32, 8, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0015 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0015_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863333 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0015.pdf correspondence Community health services--United States; Womens health Cayuga Nation 27 Pages This memorandum discusses the transfer of projects from the OEO to the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. The projects are categorized based on their funding authority and responsibility. Specific details about the projects, including funding levels, operational status, and type, are provided. Questions regarding funding levels should be directed to Mr. Clifford Greve. The attachment includes a list of transferred family planning projects in different regions. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Urgent Need for Housing Units: Inter-Tribal Council's Plea 1973-12-11 1973-12-11 Cox, Claude A., 1913- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_4_0000, Box, 33, 4, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0019 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_0019_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865187 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/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0019.pdf correspondence Native Americans Housing policy--United States Quapaw Nation; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Cayuga Nation; Shawnee Nation; Cherokee Nation; Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Modoc Nation; Delaware Tribe of Indians 4 Pages Senator Dewey Bartlett wrote to the Department of Housing and Urban Development on behalf of the Inter-Tribal Council in Miami, Oklahoma, requesting additional housing units. The Department responded that they had already allocated units for the transitional quarter but anticipated receiving authorization for additional units in the near future. The Inter-Tribal Council had requested 275 additional housing units to meet the needs of the eight tribes they serve in Northeastern Oklahoma. Senator Bartlett expressed hope that the Council would receive the necessary housing units and offered further assistance if needed. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Inter-Tribal Council's 1974 Resolution on Indian Health Bill: A Call for Inclusive Language 1974-03-26 1974-03-26 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_9_0000, Box, 32, 9, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0017 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863365 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0017.pdf correspondence Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States Modoc Nation; Quapaw Nation; Cayuga Nation; Shawnee Nation; Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma 2 Pages The Inter-Tribal Council, Inc., representing eight tribes, has adopted a resolution in support of Senate Bill 2938 and House Bill 12835, known as the "Indian Health Bill", with the condition that any language in the bills that limits tribal or individual participation to those residing on reservations be removed. The Council believes that the federal government should pay attention to all Indians, not just those on reservations. The resolution has been signed by the President and Secretary/Treasurer of the Council, and copies have been forwarded to various legislators and organizations. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Shaping the Future: Oklahoma Indians Named to Federal Commission 1976-01-01 1976-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_10_0000, Box, 33, 10, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0027 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_10_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0027_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865317 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_10_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0027.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Otoe Nation; Seminole Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Ponca Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Cayuga Nation; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Creek Nation 1 Page Eleven native Oklahomans have been appointed to a commission to help shape future Indian legislation. United States Senator Dewey Bartlett plans to press for federal school aid for the Tulsa school system. The commission is focused on the Indian Self-Determination Act of 1975, which allows tribes to take control of some services. Bartlett also discussed the issue of crude oil decontrol and its potential impact on gasoline prices. Chief Harry Belvin of the Choctaws announced he would not seek re-election. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Improving American Indian Policy: A Comprehensive Review of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Management Study 1976-01-12 1976-01-12 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_29_21_0000, Box, 29, 21, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_29_21_0001 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_21_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20BIA/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_29_21_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864816 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_21_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20BIA/CAC_CC_003_2_29_21_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Cayuga Nation; Caddo Nation; Quapaw Nation; Menominee Nation 73 Pages 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. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Overview of the American Indian Policy Review Commission and Task Force on Tribal Government 1977-09-28 1977-09-28 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_29_36_0000, Box, 29, 36, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_29_36_0003 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_36_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863074 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/CAC_CC_003_02_29_36_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Environmental Protection Menominee Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Cayuga Nation; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Quapaw Nation; Chippewa Nation; Creek Nation 17 Pages The document provides information about the Tribal Government Task Force, including its members, purpose, and goals. The task force aims to examine tribal government structures, functions, and powers in order to enhance tribal sovereignty and address current and future challenges faced by Indian tribes. The document outlines the primary tasks, methodology, and topic areas that the task force will focus on, as well as the importance of input and participation from Indian people and tribes. Additionally, a Tribal Government Seminar is scheduled to discuss major issues concerning tribal governments and their sovereignty. Text