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- 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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_19_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Proposed Changes to Employee Fringe Benefits
- Date:
- 1980-12-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_19_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Request for Assistance Regarding Proposed Changes to Retirement Benefits
- Date:
- 1980-12-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_19_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Proposed Changes in Fringe Benefits for SESA Employees
- Date:
- 1980-12-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
![["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")
![["Ruth Bith, manager of the Oklahoma State Employment Service in Clinton, is writing to Honorable Glenn English to express her opposition to proposed changes in fringe benefits for Oklahoma SESA employees. She argues that the current benefits are important due to lack of salary increases and high medical costs, and changing them could lead to dissatisfaction and increased turnover among staff. She urges English to prevent the proposed changes from happening."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_19_0000-Labor,%20Oklahoma%20Employment%20Security%20Commission%20Fringe%20Benefits,%201981/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_19_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Proposed Changes to Employee Fringe Benefits")
![["The document is addressed to the Honorable Glen English, expressing concern about the implementation of rule Number 246 by the United States Department of Labor. The document explains that employees of the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission and 25 other states would be adversely affected by the rule, particularly in terms of losing benefits such as health insurance and life insurance. The writer urges for the rule to be stayed or phased out gradually to minimize the impact on employees, especially those who are already retired. The document also highlights the importance of employee benefits in retaining and attracting good employees."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_19_0000-Labor,%20Oklahoma%20Employment%20Security%20Commission%20Fringe%20Benefits,%201981/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_19_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Assistance Regarding Proposed Changes to Retirement Benefits")
![["Lewis Gandy, a retired Director of Unemployment Insurance from Oklahoma, wrote to Representative Glenn English and the United States Department of Labor regarding proposed changes to life, disability, and health insurance benefits for employees of the Employment Security Agency. Gandy expressed concern about the potential impact on current employees and retirees and requested assistance in preventing the proposed regulations from being implemented. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the current benefits that had been approved by the Department of Labor for many years."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_19_0000-Labor,%20Oklahoma%20Employment%20Security%20Commission%20Fringe%20Benefits,%201981/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_19_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Proposed Changes in Fringe Benefits for SESA Employees")