Addressing the Food Stamp Act of 1977 Issues for Oklahoma Indian Tribes
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_5_2_14_0023
Dates
- July 24, 1981
- 97th (1981-1983)
Scope and Contents
The letter addresses concerns raised by the Ottawa County Nutrition Coalition regarding problems Oklahoma Indian tribes are facing with the Food Stamp Act of 1977. The sender, James R. Jones, expresses gratitude for bringing the issue to his attention and mentions collaborating with Representative Synar's office to address the matter. If the response from the Department of Agriculture does not adequately address the tribes' concerns, they will petition for special provisions. Jones assures further communication on the issue and invites any additional questions or comments.
Creator
Non-specified
Congress 97th (1981-1983)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituent Correspondence; Democratic Party U.S.
Tribal Affiliation Comanche Indians; Apache Indians; Cherokee Indians; Cheyenne Indians; Chickasaw Indians; Choctaw Indians; Creek Indians; Osage Indians; Pawnee Indians; Shawnee Indians
Congress 97th (1981-1983)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituent Correspondence; Democratic Party U.S.
Tribal Affiliation Comanche Indians; Apache Indians; Cherokee Indians; Cheyenne Indians; Chickasaw Indians; Choctaw Indians; Creek Indians; Osage Indians; Pawnee Indians; Shawnee Indians
- James R. Jones Collection | Departmental, 1968-1986 | Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, Food Stamp and Commodity Distribution Programs, Indian Provisions of the Food Stamp Act of 1977, 1977, 1978-1979, 1981-1982, 1984 | Addressing the Food Stamp Act of 1977 Issues for Oklahoma Indian Tribes, 1981-07-24
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Repository Details
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