Oklahoma Tribes Fighting for Inclusion in Food Stamp Commodities Program, 1981-07-24

Item — Box: DP 2, Folder: 14

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_5_2_14_0028

Scope and Contents

The text discusses the issue of Oklahoma tribes being precluded from participating in a special commodities program under the food stamp program due to lack of reservations. Efforts are being made to change the regulations to allow Oklahoma tribes to participate. Various officials and organizations are involved in addressing the issue, and potential solutions include a technical amendment to the Farm bill. The text also mentions contacting the Department of Agriculture for budgetary implications.

Dates

Creation: 1981-07-24

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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