Re: BIA Education Programs in the New Department of Education and Updates on Indian Education Legislation, 1982-10-23

Item — Box: 28, Folder: 7

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_28_7_0005

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The text discusses the potential exclusion of BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs) education programs from the new Department of Education. It mentions that both the House and Senate versions of the legislation currently exclude BIA programs, but there is a possibility of an amendment being offered to change this. The text also discusses the impact of the Basic Indian Education Act, including the involvement of Tribal Councils in curriculum development, a complaint procedure for Tribal Councils, and the reorganization of BIA education. It also mentions the reauthorization of Title IV of the Indian Education Act, which includes funding for special needs of Indian children and preference for Indian organizations in pilot projects.

Dates

1982-10-23

Language of Materials

English

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