1973 Memorandum on the Revisions of SJR. Res. 133 and the Establishment of the American Indian Policy Review Commission, 1973-01-01

Item — Box: 29, Folder: 35

Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_29_35_0004

Scope and Contents

The document is a memorandum regarding SJR. Res. 133, a joint resolution introduced to establish the American Indian Policy Review Commission. It outlines the declaration of policy and purpose, emphasizing the need for fundamental reform in Federal-Indian relations to better support the development of Indian people's resources. The document highlights the historical and legal basis for the Federal Government's trust responsibility to Indian people and the shortcomings in current policies and programs. It also discusses the social and economic deprivation experienced by Indian communities and the need for a comprehensive review to address these issues.

Dates

Creation: 1973-01-01

Creator

From the Collection: Bartlett, Dewey F., 1919-1979 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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