On the drafting of tribal constitutions
Felix S. Cohen (Author), David E. Wilkins (Editor), Lindsay Gordon Robertson, University of Oklahoma Press (Publisher)
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
American Indian law and policy series, v. 1, volume 1
xxxii, 200 pages ; 22 cm.
9780806138060, 9780806166063, 0806138068, 0806166061
70673353
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