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431. President Nixon has proposed a reorganization plan to streamline the executive branch, including reducing the number of cabinet departments and transferring some functions to a proposed Department of Natural Resources. The plan has faced opposition from the Pentagon, environmentalists, and Congress, but is seen as necessary for improving government efficiency and saving money. While some reservations exist about the plan, overall it is considered a valid solution to the current disorganized government structure.

432. The text discusses President Nixon's proposals to reorganize the federal government, including reducing the number of Cabinet departments. It argues that the reorganization is long overdue due to the expansion of government responsibilities without a corresponding overhaul of the organizational structure. The text suggests that the proposed reorganization makes sense and should be supported by both conservatives and liberals for more efficient operation and cost reduction. It criticizes the current system for its inefficiencies and lack of adaptation to modern challenges.

433. The Citizens Committee for Government Reorganization is a group focused on educating the public about the benefits of executive reorganization within the Federal Government. They are not supporting specific bills but rather the general idea of reorganization. The committee is funded through private contributions and is not affiliated with the President or other government committees. They believe reorganization can improve government effectiveness by reducing fragmentation and improving policy coordination. They do not support creating unmanageable departments like HEW and are focused solely on departmental reorganization, not regulatory agencies.

434. The text is a message from the Governor of Oklahoma discussing interactions with various interest groups and lobbyists in the state government.

435. The President is proposing to reorganize the Cabinet by eliminating certain departments such as Housing, Health, Agriculture, Labor, Commerce, and Transportation, among others. They are also proposing to create new departments focused on natural resources, human resources, economic development, and community affairs. These new departments would encompass a range of functions including land and recreation, health services, food and commodities, urban and rural water resources, income maintenance, domestic and international development, energy and mineral resources, education, commerce, housing, transportation, and social and economic information.

436. The text discusses the need for restructuring the executive branch of the federal government to adapt to the changing times and improve effectiveness. It highlights the ambiguity and duplication of departmental missions, the importance of management and organizational structure, and the need for clear goals and accountability. The author proposes reassorting major domestic roles of government into four departments to address these issues.