Protecting Indian Health Care Services: The Choctaw Nation's Statement of Views, 1981-01-28

Item — Box: 3, Folder: 28

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_8.5_3_28_0028

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The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is concerned about proposed eligibility regulations for Indian Health Care Services, stating that without increased funding for personnel and facilities, allowing non-Indians and individuals of minimal Indian blood to use health facilities would further strain an already inadequate system. They believe that tribal members should have a say in determining blood quantum criteria for services. The tribe argues that the proposed regulations may work for reservation tribes but not for Oklahoma Indians, specifically the Choctaw Nation. They emphasize the importance of upholding the government's initial goal of improving the health status of American Indians and express a desire to cooperate with other tribal organizations to improve overall health care for tribal members.

Dates

1981-01-28

Language of Materials

English

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