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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_4_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- AFL-CIO Appalachian Council: Building a Better Life Since 1964
- Date:
- 1979-09-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_28_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Computer Matching Inventories: A Tool for Detecting Fraud and Waste
- Date:
- 1979-10-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Response from OSHA Regarding Proposed Safety Revision: A Letter to Haskell Cudd
- Date:
- 1979-11-13
- Creator:
- English, Glenn Lee, 1940-
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Response from OSHA Regarding Labor and Unions in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1979-11-13
- Creator:
- English, Glenn Lee, 1940-
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OSHA Rule Change: A Letter from Robinson Brothers Drilling Company
- Date:
- 1979-11-13
- Creator:
- English, Glenn Lee, 1940-
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Response from United States Department of Labor on Increased OSHA Activity in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1980-01-07
- Creator:
- English, Glenn Lee, 1940-
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- OSHA Improves Complaint Procedures to Focus Inspections on Workplace Safety
- Date:
- 1980-01-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- OSHA Announces Individual Establishment Safety Inspection Targeting Plan
- Date:
- 1980-05-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Response from OSHA to Oklahoma State Department of Labor Funding Concerns
- Date:
- 1980-06-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_6_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Ensuring Efficient Communication with the Dallas Office of Workers' Compensation Programs
- Date:
- 1980-09-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Topic:
- Labor laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
![["The document includes a mix of random letters and numbers along with a memo format. It seems to be a communication regarding a call or visit to someone named Ken from an organization. The memo includes contact information and a request for Ken to return the call or schedule an appointment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_4_0000-English%20Labor,%20Employment%20and%20Training%20Administration,%20Job%20Corps%20Data,%201981/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_4_0002_thumbnail.jpg "AFL-CIO Appalachian Council: Building a Better Life Since 1964")
![["The Office of Management and Budget and the Government Printing Office are working together to transfer government printing responsibilities to the private sector in order to save money. Over $30 million in savings has been identified so far, with the total expected to reach $50 million annually. The goal is to close unnecessary government printing facilities and allow agencies to contract work directly to private printers. Displaced federal employees will be offered opportunities for jobs with their agencies or assistance in finding work in private firms. The savings identified will be included in the President's 1985 budget."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_28_0000-Management%20and%20Budget,%201983-1985/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_28_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Computer Matching Inventories: A Tool for Detecting Fraud and Waste")
![["Congressman George Hansen has secured policy changes from the new Administrator of Occupational Safety and Health, ending forced-entry inspections and improving OSHA's relationship with businesses. This change came in response to Hansen's protest against inspections of a construction firm. OSHA's new policy emphasizes cooperation with employers and employees to improve safety and health in the workplace. Hansen, a long-time critic of OSHA, views this as a positive development."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201975-1982/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Response from OSHA Regarding Proposed Safety Revision: A Letter to Haskell Cudd")
![["The document is written by J.D. Hodges of Robinson Brothers Drilling Company opposing a proposed change by OSHA that would allow the agency to gain entry into worksites without notifying the party in control. Hodges argues that this change would set a dangerous precedent, diminish rights, and not necessarily make OSHA more effective. The document is also copied to several politicians for their awareness."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201975-1982/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Response from OSHA Regarding Labor and Unions in Oklahoma")
![["The document from Eula Bingham, Assistant Secretary of Occupational Safety and Health, responds to concerns raised by Congressman Glenn English regarding funding for the Oklahoma consultation project. Bingham explains the budget requests and funding allocations for FY 1978 through FY 1980, highlighting the increase in federal funding for Oklahoma despite budget constraints. She also addresses misunderstandings about staffing levels for OSHA compliance officers in Oklahoma and clarifies the funding sources for occupational safety and health services in the state."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201975-1982/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OSHA Rule Change: A Letter from Robinson Brothers Drilling Company")
![["Congressman Glenn English received a response from Eula Bingham, Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health, regarding OSHA activity in Oklahoma. Governor George Nigh of Oklahoma expressed concern about the increase in compliance officers in Oklahoma and the decrease in funding for the consultation program. OSHA explained the benchmarks for compliance officers in Oklahoma and clarified that the funding reduction did not impact the level of consultation services. Funding for the consultation program in Oklahoma increased in FY '80, allowing for program growth. OSHA agrees with Governor Nigh on the importance of consultation and training programs to reduce occupational hazards."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201975-1982/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Response from United States Department of Labor on Increased OSHA Activity in Oklahoma")
![["The Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is seeking public comment on plans to revise concrete construction standards in order to strengthen safety regulations for workers in the industry. The revision is prompted by recent concrete construction disasters and advancements in technology since the current standards were adopted in 1971. Interested parties have petitioned OSHA to adopt new standards and make changes to existing ones. The agency is seeking feedback on potential changes, cost-effectiveness, effects on small businesses, simplification, gaps in coverage, and testing needs. Comments must be submitted by April 10, and a proposal will be reviewed by OSHA's Advisory Committee for Construction Safety and Health before publication in the Federal Register."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201975-1982/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0027_thumbnail.jpg "OSHA Improves Complaint Procedures to Focus Inspections on Workplace Safety")
![["The United States Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking for public comments on its current policy for identifying, classifying, and regulating occupational carcinogens. Assistant Secretary of Labor Thorne G. Auchter is seeking feedback on how the policy should be modified in light of recent Supreme Court decisions and advancements in science. OSHA is also considering more cost-effective ways to protect workers from carcinogens and evaluating the effectiveness of the existing policy. Public comments are requested within 90 days, and specific details on proposed changes are outlined in a notice to be published in the Federal Register."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201975-1982/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0025_thumbnail.jpg "OSHA Announces Individual Establishment Safety Inspection Targeting Plan")
![["Congressman Glenn English wrote to Haskell Cudd about OSHA's proposed revision of the General Industry Electrical Standards. The response from Eula Bingham, Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health, stated that the proposed revision aimed to simplify standards and make them more performance-oriented, with minimal financial impact on existing facilities. A study by the American Feed Manufacturers Association overestimated the cost impact of the proposal. Public comments on the proposal were mostly favorable, and a public hearing was held to address industry concerns. The final rule would consider all comments received."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201975-1982/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_13_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Response from OSHA to Oklahoma State Department of Labor Funding Concerns")
![["The Department of Labor in the United States has obtained court orders for over $149,700 in back wages for workers in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. The orders resulted from lawsuits against employers who paid less than minimum wage or failed to pay overtime. The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates wage and hour rules for American workers, including a minimum wage of $3.35 per hour and overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a week. Strong enforcement of the law ensures that workers are properly paid."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_6_0000-Labor,%20Employment%20Standards%20Administration,%20Workers'%20Compensation,%201977-1982/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_6_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Ensuring Efficient Communication with the Dallas Office of Workers' Compensation Programs")
