Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs: Bills - Analysis, 1971-1972

The Department of the Interior is responding to a request regarding H.R. 5200, a bill related to the distribution of funds for the Absentee Delaware Tribe and the Delaware Tribe of Indians. They recommend enacting the bill with certain amendments to ensure fair distribution of funds. The bill is based on a final judgment in favor of the tribes and aims to include lineal descendants of members of the tribes. There are provisions for appeals, withholding funds for tribal use, and protecting shares of minors. The Department suggests modifications to the distribution method based on the approved legislation by the tribes.

The memorandum outlines a bill, H.R. 9294, that authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to convey trust title of U.S. Government land within the Devils Lake Sioux Reservation to the Devils Lake Sioux Tribe. The bill conveys 5.3 acres of land to the tribe, which was purchased by the United States in 1904. The current market value of the land is $2,500, and there are proposed amendments to the bill regarding set-off provisions and the title of the bill. Members of the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs are informed of a meeting to mark up the bill on August 14 and 15.

This bill, introduced in the House of Representatives in 1971, seeks to amend an existing Act related to the distribution of judgment funds to the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma. The proposed amendments specify how shares of the funds should be distributed to enrollees, including provisions for those under the age of eighteen or under legal disability. The bill is referred to the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs for further consideration.

This text is a memorandum from Sidney L. McFarland, Chief Clerk and Staff Director of the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs, regarding the approval of bill H. R. 6067 to provide for the disposition of funds in favor of the Mississippi Sioux Indians. The bill outlines the distribution of funds to different tribes and individuals who are lineal descendants of the Mdewakanton and Wahpakoota Tribes. The bill is scheduled for consideration by the Full Committee on August 10, 1972.

The text is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives to provide for the division and disposition of funds appropriated to pay a judgment in favor of the Assiniboine Tribes of the Fort Peck and Fort Belknap Reservations in Montana. The bill outlines how the funds will be divided between the two tribes and distributed per capita to eligible members, with specific criteria for eligibility and provisions for minors or individuals under legal disability. It also includes details on tax exemptions, rules for distribution, and agreements between the tribes.

The Indian Financing Act of 1973 aims to provide capital to help develop and utilize Indian resources for economic development. The Act allows for direct loans and loan guarantees to individual Indians and Indian organizations, with a focus on promoting economic development and self-sufficiency. Loans can only be made to applicants who cannot obtain financing from other sources, and must have a reasonable prospect of repayment.Loan terms must provide for complete amortization within a specified period.

This is a memo from the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs regarding the markup of three bills related to Indian land rights. The bills include authorizing land exchanges, determining rights of Native American nations in certain areas, and distributing funds for judgments. The memo urges members to attend the markup session for consideration of these bills.

The text is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives in 1971, concerning the disposition of funds appropriated to pay a judgment in favor of the Pueblo de Acoma. The bill authorizes the funds to be used for purposes approved by the tribal governing body and the Secretary of the Interior, exempts the funds from income taxes, and allows the Secretary of the Interior to prescribe rules and regulations. The bill was later reported in the Senate with amendments and ultimately passed in the House of Representatives in 1972. The bill aims to authorize the distribution and use of a claims judgment recovered by the Acoma Pueblo, with specific guidelines for how the funds can be used.

This act provides for the disposition of funds appropriated to pay judgments in favor of the Kickapoo Indians of Kansas and Oklahoma in Indian Claims Commission dockets. The funds will be divided based on tribal membership, with a portion set aside for individuals under the age of 21 or with legal disabilities. The funds distributed per capita will not be subject to federal or state income taxes. The Secretary of the Interior must approve plans for the use of the funds, and is authorized to establish rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of the act.

This bill, introduced in the House of Representatives in 1971, aims to provide for the distribution of funds appropriated to pay judgments in favor of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma and the Miami Indians of Indiana. It also includes provisions for updating enrollment rolls, distributing funds, and protecting funds from taxes and debts. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to make necessary withdrawals and establish rules and regulations to implement the provisions of the bill.

The text is a bill introduced in the Senate to provide for the disposition of funds appropriated to pay a judgment in favor of the Assiniboine Tribes of Indians in Indian Claims Commission docket numbered 279-A. The bill outlines how the funds will be divided between the Assiniboine Tribe of the Fort Peck Reservation, Montana, and the Assiniboine Tribe of the Fort Belknap Reservation, Montana, and how they will be utilized. It also specifies the eligibility criteria for enrollment and distribution of funds for members of the tribes. The bill also addresses tax implications, protections for minors or individuals under legal disability, and rules and regulations for implementation.

This text describes a bill introduced in the 92nd Congress to establish the position of an additional Assistant Secretary of the Interior within the Department of the Interior. The bill outlines the responsibilities and appointment process for this new position. It also includes an amendment to the United States Code regarding the number of Assistant Secretaries. The bill was passed by the Senate on August 5, 1971 and referred to the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs in the House of Representatives.

This bill, introduced in the 92nd Congress, aims to establish an Indian business development program within the Department of the Interior to stimulate entrepreneurship and employment among Native Americans. The program would provide nonreimbursable grants to Indians and Indian tribes to establish and expand profit-making enterprises on or near reservations. The bill defines terms such as "Indian," "Indian tribe," and "economic enterprise," and sets limitations on the amount of grants that can be awarded. It also authorizes appropriations and empowers the Secretary of the Interior to create necessary rules and regulations.

The text is a bill introduced in Congress to authorize the Southern Ute Indian Tribe to sell certain tribal lands with the approval of the Secretary of the Interior. The funds from the sales must be used to purchase real property within the boundaries of the Reservation. The bill also allows the Tribe to encumber tribal lands with a mortgage or deed of trust for the purpose of raising funds to purchase additional land.

This bill, introduced by Mr. Steiger of Arizona in 1971, aims to provide for the distribution of funds appropriated to pay a judgment in favor of the Yavapai Apache Tribe in Indian Claims Commission dockets numbered 22-E and 22-F. It outlines the process for enrollment, apportionment of funds among different groups, tax exemptions, and the establishment of rules and regulations by the Secretary of the Interior.

The text is a bill introduced by Mr. Ullman in the House of Representatives in 1971. The bill, H.R. 6318, aims to declare federally owned lands to be held in trust for the Burns Indian Colony in Oregon. The bill includes provisions for the transfer of land, administration, and the involvement of the Indian Claims Commission. The bill has been approved by the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs and is scheduled for Full Committee consideration.

The text is a memorandum regarding the approval of a bill, H.R. 10330, by the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs. The bill aims to provide for the distribution of judgment funds to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to distribute the funds to eligible tribe members, with specific provisions for distribution to heirs of deceased members and minors. Unclaimed funds will revert back to the tribe after a year. The legislation is scheduled for consideration by the Full Committee.

The text is a memorandum from Sidney L. McFarland, Chief Clerk and Staff Director, detailing the approval of bill H.R. 12114 by the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs. The bill involves the transfer of land to the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation, with specific provisions regarding timber management, grazing permits, public access, and enforcement of hunting and fishing laws. Subcommittee amendments are also included in the summary.

This is a memorandum from Sidney L. McFarland, Staff Director and Chief Clerk, to all members of the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs, informing them that a report on H.R. 12114 regarding the declaration of title to certain Federal lands in Oregon for the use of the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation is ready for review in the Committee Office.

The text is a bill introduced by Mr. Steiger of Arizona to provide for the disposition of funds appropriated to pay a judgment in favor of the Havasupai Tribe of Indians. The bill allows the funds to be used for any purpose approved by the tribal governing body and the Secretary of the Interior, exempts per capita distributions from income taxes, protects the interests of minors and persons under legal disability, and authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to establish rules and regulations.