Legislation for Indian Affairs in Oklahoma: Congressman Carl Albert's Agenda, 1956-08-13

Item — Box: SP 1, Folder: 61

Identifier: CAC_CC_001_16_1_61_0004

Scope and Contents

Congressman Carl Albert announced his intention to seek the enactment of three bills in the field of Indian affairs in the next Congress. The first bill aims to extend restrictions on members of the Five Civilized Tribes of one-half or more Indian blood. The second bill will reopen the right to file claims before the Indian Claims Commission and extend the period to August 13, 1956. The third bill focuses on promoting the rehabilitation of members of the Five Civilized Tribes and other Indians of eastern Oklahoma. Representative Albert emphasized the importance of passing the first bill before the restrictions expire in April 1956 to prevent confusion and hardships for Oklahoma Indians. He also plans to submit legislation to reopen the right to file claims and promote the rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes.

Dates

Creation: 1956-08-13

Creator

Albert, Carl Bert, 46th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives (1971-1977); Leader of the House Democratic Caucus (1971-1977); House Majority Leader (1962-1971); House Majority Whip (1955-1962); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's (Person)

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From the Collection:

English

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