Analysis of the Jurisdictional Status of the Pawnee Tribal Reserve
Dates
- Creation: 95th (1977-1979)
Scope and Contents
This memorandum discusses the jurisdictional status of the Pawnee Tribal Reserve, also known as the Pawnee school and agency reserve, within the context of Indian reservation laws. The Reserve, comprising 646 acres, was set aside by Congress in 1968 for the benefit of the Pawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. The history of the Reserve includes legal disputes over tribal ownership and compensation for surplus lands. The memorandum also discusses efforts to establish tribal ownership of the Reserve in order to facilitate development and tribal uses.
Language of Materials
English
Creator
Non-specified
Congress
95th (1977-1979)
Policy Area
Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States; Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Claims
Tribal Affiliation
Comanche Indians; Apache Indians; Cherokee Indians; Cheyenne Indians; Chickasaw Indians; Choctaw Indians; Creek Indians; Osage Indians; Pawnee Indians; Shawnee Indians
- James R. Jones Collection | Departmental, 1968-1986 | Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, Food Stamp and Commodity Distribution Programs, Indian Provisions of the Food Stamp Act of 1977, 1977, 1978-1979, 1981-1982, 1984 | Analysis of the Jurisdictional Status of the Pawnee Tribal Reserve, 1977-01-01 - 1977-12-31
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Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository