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 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