The Stigler Bill: A Path to Self-Supporting Economies for Indigenous Peoples, 1956-01-01 - 1956-12-31

Item — Box: 1, Folder: 61

Identifier: CAC_CC_001_16_1_61_0018

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The Stigler bill proposes a $3 million revolving fund to provide long-term rehabilitation programs for Native Americans. The fund will offer loans supplemented by grants to improve living conditions and reduce reliance on relief programs. The bill aims to help Native Americans build a self-supporting economy and has garnered support from the Five Civilized Tribes and organizations advocating for Native American welfare.

Dates

1956-01-01 - 1956-12-31

Creator

Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 (Person)

Language of Materials

English

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