The Five Civilized Tribes of Eastern Oklahoma
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_32_11_0001
Dates
- September 30, 1977
- 95th (1977-1979)
Scope and Contents
The text discusses the decision of the Five Civilized Tribes to lower the blood quantum eligibility criteria for Indian health care services. It notes that this decision will result in more Indian people being eligible for services, but that it does not guarantee that services will be available to all who need them. The text also outlines the plan of action for the Indian Health Service in response to the increased patient load that is expected as a result of the lower blood quantum.
Extent
14 pages
Creator
Non-Specified
Congress 95th (1977-1979)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--United States; Community health services--United States
Tribal Affiliation Cherokee Indians
Congress 95th (1977-1979)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--United States; Community health services--United States
Tribal Affiliation Cherokee Indians
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository