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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_016_2_55_28_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Mickey Edwards Collection
- Title:
- Press Conference Announcement: Congressman Mickey Edwards to Report on Fact-Finding Mission to El Salvador and Honduras
- Date:
- 1984-04-02
- Creator:
- Edwards, Mickey, 1937-
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Response to Proposed OSHA Regulations for Grain Handling Facilities
- Date:
- 1984-04-11
- Creator:
- English, Glenn Lee, 1940-
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_10_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Innovative Training Program Proposal for Farmworker Youths
- Date:
- 1984-04-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_28_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Response from Office of Management and Budget on Federal Acquisition Regulation Compliance
- Date:
- 1984-05-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Labor and Employment
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- National Grain and Feed Association's Position on OSHA Grain Handling Standards
- Date:
- 1984-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding O.S.H.A. Proposals for Grain Handling Facilities
- Date:
- 1984-05-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OSHA Proposals: A Letter from Union Equity Co-Op Exchange
- Date:
- 1984-06-08
- Creator:
- English, Glenn Lee, 1940-
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_016_2_55_28_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Mickey Edwards Collection
- Title:
- Press Conference Announcement: Congressman Mickey Edwards to Meet with Central Oklahoma City Mayors
- Date:
- 1984-06-21
- Creator:
- Edwards, Mickey, 1937-
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Response to Proposed OSHA Regulations for Grain Handling Facilities
- Date:
- 1984-06-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Proposed OSHA Regulations for Grain Handling Facilities: Response from Congress
- Date:
- 1984-06-21
- Creator:
- English, Glenn Lee, 1940-
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
![["Congressman Mickey Edwards will hold a press conference on April 3, 1984, to report on his recent fact-finding mission to El Salvador and Honduras. The press conference will take place at 1:00 p.m. in room 2434 Rayburn House Office Building. Several media representatives and camera crews will be present at the event."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Mickey%20Edwards%20Collection,%201977-1992/CAC_CC_016_2_55_28_0000-Administrative,%20Schedules,%201985-1992/thumbnails/CAC_CC_016_2_55_28_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Press Conference Announcement: Congressman Mickey Edwards to Report on Fact-Finding Mission to El Salvador and Honduras")
![["Jimmie L. Jarrell, President of the Oklahoma Farmers Union, spoke out against proposed regulations by OSHA for the grain handling industry, stating they would burden grain elevators and wheat farmers with additional costs and red tape. He believes that existing safety conditions in Oklahoma elevators are sufficient and that the new regulations are unnecessary. Senator Don Nickles called a hearing to assess the impact of the regulations on the agriculture sector. Jarrell and other witnesses testified against the regulations, citing excessive costs for compliance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%20Grain%20Elevators,%201984/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Proposed OSHA Regulations for Grain Handling Facilities")
![["The document from Congressman Glenn English to Mr. Jose Angel Gomez acknowledges the review of a training proposal for farmworker youths by a special panel. The proposal is being considered alongside others received under the Solicitation for Grant Application. The Department of Labor will inform Congressman English of the selection for the program. Congressman English expressed support for the ORO Development Corporation's proposal to train farmworker youth in computer operations. The Department of Labor will notify Members of Congress about the selected grantees for farmworker youth programs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_10_0000-Labor,%20Job%20Apprenticeship%20and%20Training,%201983,%201985/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_10_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Innovative Training Program Proposal for Farmworker Youths")
![["Glenn English, a member of Congress, received a letter from John F. Benham regarding the \"rule of two\" provision in Part 19 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. In response, English thanked Benham for his letter, enclosed a copy of his previous letter on the issue, and expressed his willingness to address any other concerns Benham may have. Benham's letter expressed opposition to the \"rule of two\" provision, stating that it hinders competition and should be replaced by a provision that allows all interested firms to submit bids. The Benham Group, a firm with a long history of federal contract work, relies on federal contracts for its livelihood and believes that open competition is essential for the success of private enterprise."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Response from Office of Management and Budget on Federal Acquisition Regulation Compliance")
![["Glenn English, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, is writing to Ms. Ruth Knight of O.S.H.A. on behalf of Oklahoma grain dealers who have concerns about proposed changes to grain handling facilities. He is enclosing letters from the dealers expressing their objections and urges Ms. Knight to carefully consider these concerns during the evaluation process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%20Grain%20Elevators,%201984/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0009_thumbnail.jpg "National Grain and Feed Association's Position on OSHA Grain Handling Standards")
![["Various organizations and individuals are expressing their concerns about proposed OSHA standards for grain handling facilities. They are worried about the costs and feasibility of implementing these standards and are seeking support from Congressman Glenn English to address these issues with OSHA. The National Grain and Feed Association has also developed a position paper outlining their objections to the proposed standards. Congressman Glenn English has acknowledged these concerns and has promised to address them with OSHA officials."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%20Grain%20Elevators,%201984/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding O.S.H.A. Proposals for Grain Handling Facilities")
![["The grain industry opposes proposed OSHA safety regulations for grain-handling facilities, claiming they would be ineffective in preventing fires and explosions and impose a significant economic burden. Industry witnesses argue that the regulations should be revised to reflect industry research findings and focus on developing and implementing safety procedures rather than strict government mandates."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%20Grain%20Elevators,%201984/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OSHA Proposals: A Letter from Union Equity Co-Op Exchange")
![["Congressman Mickey Edwards will be holding a news conference with mayors of central Oklahoma cities on Saturday, June 23, 1984 at 3:00 p.m. at the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments in Oklahoma City. For more information, contact Edward Segal at 202-225-2132."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Mickey%20Edwards%20Collection,%201977-1992/CAC_CC_016_2_55_28_0000-Administrative,%20Schedules,%201985-1992/thumbnails/CAC_CC_016_2_55_28_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Press Conference Announcement: Congressman Mickey Edwards to Meet with Central Oklahoma City Mayors")
![["The document from Union Equity Co-operative Exchange outlines their safety procedures and practices at their grain elevators. They use Hot Work permits, bin entry permits, and have written instructions for emergency evacuation procedures and new job training. They have a chain of command for housekeeping, conduct safety meetings, and keep records of safety training. They also mention a failed attempt at installing laminar flow air to reduce dust in a grain elevator leg. They emphasize the importance of complying with general duty regulations to prevent accidents and work closely with insurance underwriters and employees to ensure safe work sites."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%20Grain%20Elevators,%201984/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Proposed OSHA Regulations for Grain Handling Facilities")
![["Glenn English, a member of Congress, received a response from Barry J. White of OSHA regarding concerns over proposed regulations for grain handling facilities. Mr. White acknowledges the concerns but does not make any commitments. OSHA will consider the economic impact on grain handling facilities during the rulemaking process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%20Grain%20Elevators,%201984/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_16_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed OSHA Regulations for Grain Handling Facilities: Response from Congress")