Improving Operations: Bureau of Indian Affairs Reforms, 1973-01-18
Item — Box: 26, Folder: 16
Identifier: CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0026
The Department of the Interior has announced steps to improve the operations of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, including transferring operational activities to area and agency offices, reducing support staff, and focusing on trust responsibilities. They also plan to upgrade the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Assistant Secretary and provide block grants to federally-recognized Indian tribes for development projects. These measures aim to enhance services to the Indian community and fulfill trust obligations.
Dates
- 1973-01-18
Extent
8 Pages
Overview
93rd (1973-1975)
General
Native Americans, Environmental Protection
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository