HJRES 1117 · 93th Congress ·

Joint resolution to provide for the establishment of the American Indian Policy Review Commission.

Introduced 1974-08-22· Sponsored by Rep. Meeds, Lloyd [D-WA-2]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
House Vote
4
Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Measure laid on table in House, S. J. Res. 133 passed in lieu.(1974-11-19)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Establishes an American Indian Policy Review Commission. Sets forth the duties of the Commission with respect to making a comprehensive investigation and study of Indian affairs, including, but not limited to: (1) a study and analysis of the Constitution, treaties, statutes, judicial interpretations, and Executive orders to determine the attributes of the unique relationship between the Federal Government and Indian tribes and the land and other resources they possess; (2) a review of the policies, practices, and structure of the Federal agencies charged with protecting Indian resources and providing services to Indians including a management study of the Bureau of Indian Affairs utilizing experts from the public and private sectors; (3) an examination of the statutes and procedures for granting Federal recognition and extending services to Indian communities and individuals; (4) the collection and compilation of data necessary to understand the extent of Indian needs which presently exist or will exist in the near future; and (5) an exploration of the feasibility of alternative elective bodies which could fully represent Indians at the National level of government to provide India…

Summarized by Claude AI · Non-partisan · For informational purposes only

Cosponsors (6)

3 Democrats3 Republicans