On the drafting of tribal constitutions

Cohen, Felix S. 1907-1953 (author.). Wilkins, David E. (David Eugene), 1954- (editor.). Robertson, Lindsay Gordon, (writer of foreword.). University of Oklahoma. Press, (publisher.).

Summary: On the Drafting of Tribal Constitutions shows that concepts of Indigenous autonomy and self-governance have been vital to Native nations throughout history. As today's tribal governments undertake reform, Cohen's memorandum again offers a wealth of insight on how best to amend previous constitutions. It also helps scholars better understand the historic policy shift brought about by the Indian Reorganization Act."--Pub. desc.

Record details

ISBN: 0806138068
ISBN: 9780806138060
Physical Description: print
xxxii, 200 pages ; 22 cm.
Publisher: Norman : University of Oklahoma Press, [2006]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 189-190) and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Basic memorandum on drafting of tribal constitutions -- Sect. 1. Introduction -- Sect. 2. Name of organization -- Sect. 3. Statement of purposes -- Sect. 4. Territory and membership -- Sect. 5. Offices and titles -- Sect. 6. District organization -- Sect. 7. Form of governing body -- Sect. 8. Relation of the Indian service to tribal government -- Sect. 9. Place of chiefs in tribal government -- Sect. 10. Conduct of elections -- Sect. 11. Tenure of office -- Sect. 12. Popular initiative and referendum -- Sect. 13. Powers of tribal self-government -- Sect. 14. Declaration of the rights of the people -- Sect. 15. Bylaws : duties of officers -- Sect. 16. Bylaws : qualifications for office -- Sect. 17. Bylaws : oaths of office, insignia, and ceremonials -- Sect. 18. Bylaws : salaries of officials -- Sect. 19. Bylaws : procedure of governing body -- Sect. 20. Bylaws : judicial code -- Sect. 21. Bylaws : code of misdemeanors -- Sect. 22. Bylaws : law of domestic relations -- Sect. 23. Bylaws : property -- Sect. 24. Bylaws : taxation -- Sect. 25. Bylaws : public welfare -- App. A. Model constitution -- App. B. Outline of tribal constitution and bylaws -- App. C. Model corporate charter.