Support for Restructuring of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1973-01-18 - 1973-07-24

Item — Box: 38, Folder: 10

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_5_38_10_0039

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The letter is from James R. Jones, a member of Congress, to B. Bob Stopp, President of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes. Jones thanks Stopp for his letter and resolution regarding the restructuring of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Although the reorganization does not fall under the jurisdiction of the House of Representatives, Jones appreciates Stopp's support for the realignment proposed by Assistant Secretary Brodman. The enclosed resolution expresses concern about the delays and disruptions caused by the constant reorganization and restructuring of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and calls for the proposed realignment to proceed without further interference or delay. The resolution also asks for the dissolution of the Steering Committee and implementation working group, as they are causing further disruption of services to Indian people. Additionally, the resolution requests that Chairman James Abourezk refrain from further involvement in the realignment and instead focus on assisting all Indian people. The resolution also asks the President to instruct his staff to assist but

Dates

1973-01-18 - 1973-07-24

Language of Materials

English

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