Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Amendment Proposal for the Establishment of American Indian Policy Review Commission: A Memorandum from 1973 1973-01-01 1973-01-01 Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_29_35_0000, Box, 29, 35, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_29_35_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_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_35_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863066 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_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/CAC_CC_003_02_29_35_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims 4 Pages The document is a memorandum regarding a proposed amendment to S. J. Res. 133 to establish the American Indian Policy Review Commission. The amendment includes language for a management study of the Bureau of Indian Affairs using experts from the public and private sectors. There are suggestions for changes to the text, including deleting Title II and making the study subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission. Senator Jackson suggests redrafting the bill without Title II and treating it like other task forces. Senator Church suggests reaching an agreement on the amendment. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Addressing the Need for Comprehensive Indian Education Legislation 1974-03-22 1974-03-22 Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_15_0000, Box, 33, 15, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0011 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_15_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0011_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865391 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_15_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0011.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States 79 Pages The Coalition of Indian Controlled School Boards expresses concern about the lack of comprehensive legislation addressing Indian education, particularly in regards to self-determination. They discuss the inadequacies of current legislation and urge for the development of new legislation that addresses Indian education financing and control. They provide key principles that they believe should apply to any Indian education legislation and request that the Senate committees take swift action on S. 1017 with necessary changes. They offer to work with the committees to address these issues. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Exploring the State of Indian Housing: Informational Hearings and Challenges Ahead 1975-06-10 1975-06-10 Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_1_0000, Box, 33, 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0008 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_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865102 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/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0008.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Health; Housing and Community Development Indians of North America--United States 3 Pages The memo discusses the state of Indian housing in the United States, highlighting the need for new units and rehabilitation of existing ones. It mentions a tri-agency agreement between HUD, BIA, and IHS to deliver housing units to Indian people, as well as the Housing Improvement Program. The memo also addresses the Indian Financing Act and the 1974 Housing and Community Development Act, which includes a set-aside for Indian housing. It concludes by inviting members to attend hearings on the issue and providing additional resources for information. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Regarding Delayed Applications for Bureau of Indian Affairs Grants and Scholarships 1977-08-02 1977-08-02 Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_31_7_0000, Box, 31, 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_31_7_0013 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_31_7_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_7_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864972 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_31_7_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201975/CAC_CC_003_2_31_7_0013.pdf correspondence Education Indians of North America--United States 1 Page The document is from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Henry Bellman regarding two individuals who have not submitted their application forms for grants and scholarships. The Bureau states that until the necessary forms are received, there will be a delay in processing their request for aid. The Bureau appreciates the Senator's interest in the welfare of Indian youth. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Supporting Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: A Message to Congress 1978-03-29 1978-03-29 Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979) 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_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_33_10_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865307 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_0017.pdf correspondence Housing and Community Development Indians of North America--United States Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 3 Pages The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians expresses general support for the Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act, but is not satisfied with the provisions related to Indian educational reform. They believe that the focus should be on improving reservation-based schools operated by Indian tribes rather than subsidizing attendance at public schools. They also call for increased funding for Indian education programs and projects. They urge for modifications to the bill to ensure improvement in educational programs for Indians living on reservations. Text