SCONRES 33 · 93th Congress ·

A concurrent resolution relative to improving the living conditions of American Indians.

Introduced 1973-06-19· Sponsored by Sen. McGovern, George [D-SD]· Senate

Bill Progress

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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs.(1973-06-19)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Makes it the sense of Congress that: (1) the deplorable conditions under which American Indians and Alaska Natives live will be alleviated only through an Indian policy which contains and supports constructive programs and services directed to the governing bodies of these groups for application in their respective communities, offering self-help and self-determination features; (2) American Indian property will be protected; Indian culture and identity will be respected; the necessary technical guidance and assistance and support will be given to insure future economic independence as well as for continued efforts to reach maximum development of natural resources; inadequate and substandard housing and sanitation will be corrected; a comprehensive health program incorporating and assuring curative and preventive physical and mental health will be further developed for Indians; and a long-term general, vocational and professional education program will be encouraged and developed for both old and young American Indians so that they share fully in our society; (3) American Indian communities will be given the freedom and encouragement and support to develop their maximum potential, …

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

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