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96th Congress (1979-1981)

Scope and Contents

The text describes a meeting of representatives from Oklahoma's educational institutions and the US Department of Education, to discuss the implementation of the 506 form for Indian education. Representatives from Senator David Boren and Congressman James R. Jones's office are also in attendance.

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95th Congress (1977-1979)

Scope and Contents

The form is used to identify the number of eligible Indian students in a school district so that the district can receive federal funding. The form must be completed by the parent or legal guardian and returned to the child's teacher. The teacher will then submit the form to the school district, which will compile the information and submit it to the state department of education.

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95th Congress (1977-1979)

Abstract

96th Congress (1979-1981)

Scope and Contents The text contains instructions for school districts on how to fill out and submit the new Indian Student Certification Form 506, which is used to determine eligibility for grants under the Indian Education Act. The form has been revised to comply with the Education Amendments of 1978, and district officials are responsible for ensuring that each child included in the count is an Indian as defined by the Act. The text also outlines several new provisions regarding eligibility, including that...

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96th Congress (1979-1981)

Abstract

96th Congress (1979-1981)

Scope and Contents The Cherokee Tribe of Oklahoma requires applicants for membership to submit a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB) from the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), along with a Standard Birth Certificate or Delayed Birth Certificate. If submitting a Delayed Birth Certificate, an additional document such as an Affidavit of Personal Knowledge and Memory signed by an older relative or friend that knew of the applicant's birth will be required. Birth or death certificates for all enrollee...