Opposition to Jurisdictional Rights: Correspondence with Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma, 1980-03-11

Item — Box: LG 59, Folder: 17

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0001

Scope and Contents

Chief Allen of the Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma expressed opposition to a Senate Concurrent Resolution that would transfer jurisdiction over their lands to the State. Congressman James R. Jones acknowledged Chief Allen's concerns and stated that he would keep them in mind if relevant legislation is considered at the federal level. Additionally, Congressman Jones mentioned working with Congressman Steed for a fair solution to the Cherokee Delaware issue.

Dates

Creation: 1980-03-11

Creator

Jones, James Robert (Jim), United States Ambassador to Mexico (1993-1997); Chair of the House Budget Committee (1981-1985); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1973-1987), 1939- (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Conditions Governing Access

Certain series of this collection are stored off-site and require prior notice to access. If you wish to view these materials, please contact the Congressional Archives staff to arrange an appointment.

The following series are stored off-site: Clippings, Invitations, White House Records, and 2017 Accrual.