Recommendation for Tribal Involvement in BIA Director Selection, 1973-01-15

Item — Box: 26, Folder: 13

Identifier: CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0016

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The text includes a series of letters exchanged between Mr. B. Bob Stopp, President of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes, and various government officials regarding the involvement of Indian tribes in the selection of the next Area Director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs' Muskogee Area Office. The government officials acknowledge the Council's recommendation and assure that tribal recommendations will be considered when the position becomes vacant. The Council's request for involvement in the selection process is supported by Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, and the matter is being passed on for further consideration.