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Proposed Technical Amendment Language for USDA Food Distribution Program Eligibility

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_5_2_14_0029

Dates

  • April 23, 1977
  • 95th (1977-1979)

Scope and Contents

The text is a letter from Anita Romanowski of the Native American Rights Fund to Leo Jardot proposing technical amendments to Section 3 (j) of the Food and Agriculture Act of 1977 to ensure the eligibility of Oklahoma Indians for participation in the USDA's Food Distribution Program. The proposed amendments address the unique historical status and jurisdictional issues faced by Oklahoma tribes, and suggest alternative language to clarify eligibility requirements. The letter also includes proposed report language to explain the intent of the amendments.

Creator

Non-specified

Congress 95th (1977-1979)

Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Older people--Medical care--United States; United States; Armed Forces

Tribal Affiliation Comanche Indians; Apache Indians; Cherokee Indians; Cheyenne Indians; Chickasaw Indians; Choctaw Indians; Creek Indians; Osage Indians; Pawnee Indians; Shawnee Indians
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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