Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris: Advocacy for the American Indian Community and National Leadership, 1966 1965-01-01 1965-01-01 Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 89th (1965-1967) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000, Box 15, Folder 36, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0036 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0036_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883206 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0036.pdf correspondence Banks and banking--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Hopi Tribe of Arizona 2 Pages The letter expresses pride in the recipients (Senator Harris and his wife) and mentions the loss of a loved one. The writer hopes for a new destiny for American Indians and encourages the recipients to stand for what is right. They also express disagreement with the president and urge the recipients to think about these issues. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Annual Credit Report: Financing Indian Development - Bureau of Indian Affairs 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_40_0000, Box, 63, 40, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0003 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_63_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870387 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_63_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0003.pdf correspondence Economics and Public Finance; Native Americans Banks and banking--United States Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 6 Pages The document includes correspondence between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Honorable Albert Huber regarding the Annual Credit Report for the year 1966. The report covers various aspects of financing Indian development, including operations, funding sources, loans, and investments. It also includes comparative financial statements, repayment records, interest rates, and information on tribal enterprises and educational loans. Additionally, feasibility studies on economic development are highlighted in the report. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Department of Interior's Response to Partition and Mediation Bills for Hopi and Navajo Tribes" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 91st (1969-1971); 90th (1967-1969); 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878525 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0002.pdf correspondence Banks and banking--United States; United States; Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 12 Pages The United States Department of the Interior responds to a request for views on two bills related to the partition of surface rights in the Hopi and Navajo reservations. They recommend letting a court order unfold to resolve the dispute, but suggest that if Congress chooses to partition, the District Court in Arizona should handle it. They also offer amendments to improve an arbitration procedure outlined in one of the bills. The historical background of the dispute between the tribes is provided, including previous attempts to resolve it. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Understanding the Centuries-Long Navajo-Hopi Land Dispute: A Historical Overview" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 90th (1967-1969); 93rd (1973-1975); 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0006 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878529 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0006.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces; United States; Banks and banking--United States Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 3 Pages The Navajo-Hopi dispute has been ongoing for centuries, with disagreements over land boundaries and usage. The conflict escalated in the late 1800s and early 1900s, leading to government intervention and legal battles. The two tribes have been unable to reach a resolution on their own, and the issue remains unresolved. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Analysis of Amended Bill R.1128 Regarding Hopi and Navajo Reservation Land Partition" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971); 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 90th (1967-1969) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0008 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878531 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0008.pdf correspondence Armed Forces; United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 3 Pages The document discusses a bill that aims to partition surface rights in a reservation area shared by the Hopi and Navajo Tribes. It outlines the division of land between the two tribes, relocation plans for affected families, and financial compensation. The bill also includes provisions for rental payments, protection of existing allotments, and measures to address overgrazing and protect a religious shrine. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Understanding the Historical Context of the Navajo-Hopi Land Dispute" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971); 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878547 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0003.pdf correspondence Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States; United States Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 3 Pages The Navajo-Hopi dispute over land ownership in Arizona has been ongoing for centuries. The Navajo were given a reservation in 1868, but continued to encroach on Hopi lands. In 1882, a reservation was created for the Hopi to prevent further encroachment. In 1934, Congress expanded the Navajo reservation, including some Hopi living in the area. Conflict between the tribes continued, leading to a court decision in 1958 giving both tribes joint ownership of the disputed land. The issue remains unresolved, requiring Congress to intervene and determine the rights and interests of both parties. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Proposed Amendment to H.R. 10337 for the Establishment of a Navajo-Hopi Board of Arbitration" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 91st (1969-1971); 90th (1967-1969) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0008 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878552 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0008.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces; United States; Banks and banking--United States Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Hopi Tribe of Arizona 13 Pages This text outlines an amendment to H.R. 10337 that establishes a Navajo-Hopi Board of Arbitration to settle disputes over land rights between the Navajo and Hopi tribes. The Board is composed of three members who will receive compensation, travel expenses, and have the authority to make rules and regulations. The Board will work towards a final report within one year and will be provided with a liaison representative from the Department of the Interior. Funding of up to $500,000 is authorized for the expenses of the Board. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Analyzing the Provisions of H.R. 10337: A Detailed Review of the Partitioning of Hopi and Navajo Reservation Rights" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973); 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0007 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878551 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0007.pdf correspondence United States; Banks and banking--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 4 Pages H.R. 10337 authorizes the partition of surface and subsurface rights in the Joint-Use Area of the Hopi and Navajo Reservations, as well as allotments to Paiute Indians. The bill outlines the process for partitioning the land, managing the subsurface estate, making allotments to Paiute Indians, and relocating Navajos and Hopis. It also addresses financial compensation, protection of religious shrines, legal actions between the tribes, and other related matters. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Breakdown and Analysis of H.R. 10337: Partition of Rights in Hopi and Navajo Reservations" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973); 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0009 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878553 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0009.pdf correspondence United States; Banks and banking--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Hopi Tribe of Arizona 4 Pages H.R. 10337 authorizes the partition of surface and subsurface rights between the Hopi and Navajo tribes, provides for allotments to certain Paiute Indians, and outlines various provisions for the management and division of land, resources, and financial compensation between the tribes. The Act also addresses the removal of tribes from each other's areas, legal actions that can be taken by the tribes, protection of religious shrines, and procedures for legal disputes. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Understanding H.R. 10337: Legislation to Resolve the Navajo-Hopi Land Dispute" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969); 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0010 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0010_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878554 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0010.pdf correspondence Banks and banking--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States; Armed Forces Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Hopi Tribe of Arizona 2 Pages H.R. 10337 addresses the long-standing dispute between the Navajo and Hopi tribes over land rights in Arizona and New Mexico. The legislation aims to partition surface and subsurface rights in the disputed areas between the two tribes, ensuring equal division of land and fair compensation for relocation. The bill seeks to resolve the conflict and establish clear boundaries for both tribes. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Mediation and Arbitration Bill for Navajo and Hopi Indian Tribes Land Disputes: H.R. 7679 of the 93rd Congress" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971); 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0014 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0014_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878558 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0014.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States; Banks and banking--United States; Armed Forces Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 14 Pages This bill proposes the creation of a Navajo-Hopi Board of Arbitration to mediate and settle conflicting interests between the Navajo and Hopi Indian Tribes regarding lands within the joint use area of the Hopi Reservation and the Navajo Reservation. The Board will be composed of three members and will receive compensation for their services. If the parties fail to reach an agreement within a specified timeframe, further provisions will become operative. The bill also authorizes the Board to make rules and regulations, request information from federal agencies, and terminate its existence after filing a final report with the Secretary of the Interior. Additionally, there is a provision for the appropriation of funds for the expenses of the Board. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Navajo-Hopi Land Settlement Act of 1973" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973); 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0015 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0015_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878559 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0015.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States; Banks and banking--United States; Armed Forces Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Hopi Tribe of Arizona 13 Pages The Navajo-Hopi Settlement Act aims to separate the interests of the Hopi and Navajo Tribes in certain lands set aside by an Executive order in 1882. It confirms exclusive rights for the Hopi Tribe in certain lands within the Navajo Reservation in Arizona and addresses the need for a fair settlement of their conflicting land interests. The Act aims to prevent the expulsion of Navajo families from the joint-interest area and ensure both tribes receive an equal share of the land's value. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "An In-depth Analysis of H.R. 7679: Mediation and Arbitration of Navajo and Hopi Tribes' Land Conflicts" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971); 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0016 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0016_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878560 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0016.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States; United States; Armed Forces Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 4 Pages H.R. 7679 establishes a Navajo-Hopi Board of Arbitration to mediate and arbitrate the conflicting interests of the Navajo and Hopi Indian tribes regarding lands within their reservations. The Board is given authority to set rules, request negotiation teams from each tribe, and facilitate agreements within a specified timeframe. If an agreement is reached, it must be approved by Congress. If no agreement is reached, the Board will select the most fair and equitable offer. The Act also includes provisions for land allotments, conservation practices, and legal actions between the tribes. Funding is allocated for the implementation of the Act. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Understanding the Provisions of H.R. 7679: Mediation and Arbitration for Navajo and Hopi Tribal Land Disputes" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971); 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0017 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878561 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0017.pdf correspondence Banks and banking--United States; United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 3 Pages H.R. 7679 establishes a Navajo-Hopi Board of Arbitration to mediate conflicts over land ownership between the Navajo and Hopi Indian Tribes. The Board is responsible for overseeing negotiations, reaching agreements, and submitting them to Congress for approval. If no agreement is reached, the Board will select the most fair and equitable offer for submission. The Act also includes provisions for land allotment, resettlement, subsurface ownership, conservation practices, and legal actions between the tribes. Funding is allocated for the implementation of the Act. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Overview of the Navajo-Hopi Settlement Act Proposed by Mr. Lujan" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 Lujan Jr., Manuel, 1928-2019 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973); 91st (1969-1971); 90th (1967-1969) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0018 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0018_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878562 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0018.pdf correspondence Banks and banking--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces; United States Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Hopi Tribe of Arizona 3 Pages Mr. Lujan's bill, titled the "Navajo-Hopi Settlement Act," aims to authorize the separation of interests of the Hopi and Navajo Tribes in certain lands set aside in 1882. The bill establishes a Navajo-Hopi Settlement Commission to determine land usage and appraise interests. It also includes provisions for compensating the tribes for any unequal division of land value, with a loan of $18,000,000 to the Navajo tribe. Additionally, the bill provides for the segregation of Hopi interests within the Navajo Reservation and authorizes appropriations for the loan and commission. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "An In-Depth Analysis of H.R. 5647: Partition of Rights and Land Allocation between Hopi and Navajo Tribes" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 91st (1969-1971); 93rd (1973-1975); 90th (1967-1969) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0019 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0019_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878563 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0019.pdf correspondence Armed Forces; United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 2 Pages H.R. 5647 authorizes the partition of surface rights in the Joint-Use Area of the Hopi and Navajo reservations, with specific allocations to each tribe. It also provides for allotments to certain Paiute Indians, directs the removal of Navajos from Hopi land and Hopis from Navajo land, and includes provisions for compensation, protection of existing allotments, and legal actions. The bill also authorizes appropriations to carry out its provisions. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "An In-depth Analysis of H.R. 5647: Partitioning and Rights Allocation Between Hopi and Navajo Tribes" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971); 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0021 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878565 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0021.pdf correspondence United States; Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 2 Pages H.R. 5647 authorizes the partition of surface rights in the Joint-Use Area of the Hopi and Navajo reservations, with specific acreage allocated to each tribe. The bill also provides for allotments to certain Paiute Indians, directs the removal of Navajos from Hopi lands and vice versa, and includes provisions for compensation, protection of religious sites, and legal actions. An appropriation of $16,000,000 is authorized to implement the provisions of the Act. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Insight into the Navajo-Hopi Settlement Act: A Detailed Breakdown and Analysis of H.R. 7716" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971); 92nd (1971-1973); 90th (1967-1969); 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0020 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0020_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878564 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0020.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States; United States; Armed Forces Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 3 Pages H.R. 7716 is a bill known as the Navajo-Hopi Settlement Act that aims to authorize the separation of interests of the Hopi and Navajo Tribes in certain lands set aside by an Executive Order in 1882. The bill establishes a commission to determine the division of lands between the two tribes and provides for compensation to the Hopi Tribe. It also authorizes appropriations for a loan to the Navajo Tribe and for the Commission. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "An Examination of H.R. 7679: Resolving Land Disputes Between the Navajo and Hopi Indian Tribes" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971); 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0022 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0022_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878566 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0022.pdf correspondence Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States; United States Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Hopi Tribe of Arizona 4 Pages H.R. 7679 establishes a Navajo-Hopi Board of Arbitration to mediate and arbitrate the conflicting interests of the Navajo and Hopi Indian Tribes in lands within the Joint Use Area. The Board is tasked with facilitating negotiations between the tribes and reaching an agreement within 180 days. If an agreement is not reached, the Board will select the most fair and equitable offer for submission to Congress. The Act also includes provisions for land allotments, resettlement, and conservation efforts, with appropriations not to exceed $16,000,000. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Legislative Draft for the Navajo-Hopi Settlement and Economic Development Act of 1973" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0025 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0025_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878569 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0025.pdf correspondence Banks and banking--United States; United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 15 Pages The document discusses a bill that authorizes the separation of interests between the Hopi and Navajo tribes in certain lands set aside in 1882. It confirms exclusive rights for the Hopi tribe in certain lands within the Navajo Reservation. The bill aims to improve the conditions on both reservations and establish a commission for settlement and economic development. It also emphasizes the need for fair treatment of both tribes and the importance of long-term planning for the reservations' development. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Comparative Analysis of Proposed Solutions to the Hopi-Navajo Land Dispute in the United States Congress" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 91st (1969-1971); 93rd (1973-1975); 90th (1967-1969) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0024 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0024_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878568 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0024.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims; Banks and banking--United States Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Hopi Tribe of Arizona 2 Pages The document compares four different proposed treatments for the Hopi-Navajo Land Dispute, focusing on issues such as removal, relocation, land partition, grazing restoration, Moencopi area, subsurface rights, Hopi access guarantees, and tribal settlement appeals. Each proposal offers different solutions and provisions for these problem areas. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Analysis of Land Rights and Interests in Healing v. Jones Case: Impact on Hopi and Navajo Tribes" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971); 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0026 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0026_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878570 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0026.pdf correspondence Armed Forces; United States; Banks and banking--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 4 Pages The document discusses the rights and interests of the Hopi and Navajo tribes in the 1882 Executive Order Reservation. It states that the Hopi Tribe has exclusive interest in a certain part of the reservation, while both tribes have joint interests in other parts. The Act of July 22, 1958 conferred jurisdiction on a three-judge District Court to hear the case but did not mandate a complete division of the reservation. The Act also authorized the tribes to sell, buy, or exchange lands within their reservations. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Chairman of Navajo Nation Appeals Against Displacement Bill, Seeks Humane Solution" 1974-02-14 1974-02-14 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878546 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0002.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims; Banks and banking--United States Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Hopi Tribe of Arizona 2 Pages The Chairman of the Navajo Tribal Council is writing to Mr. Happy Camp to urge him to consider the impact of a bill that would expel thousands of Navajos from their land. The letter outlines the history of the land and the legal disputes surrounding it, and proposes a compromise solution that would be fair to both Navajos and Hopis. The Chairman emphasizes the importance of finding a humane and cost-effective solution to the issue. Text