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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_2_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Young Minds: Elementary Students Apply Critical Thinking Skills for Playground Improvement
- Date:
- 1981-03-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Public Works--United States, Land use--Planning.
- Congress:
- 97th (1981-1983)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- OSHA Seeks Input for Field Sanitation Standard Development
- Date:
- 1982-05-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 97th (1981-1983)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- OSHA's Progress and Policy Changes: A Message to Members of the 98th Congress
- Date:
- 1982-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 97th (1981-1983)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- OSHA Refers Shawnee, OK Job Death Case to Justice Department for Possible Criminal Prosecution
- Date:
- 1983-03-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Oil and Gas Well Drilling Safety Standards: Response from George E. Failing Company
- Date:
- 1983-11-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Title: Funding Issues for Oklahoma Department of Labor Asbestos Abatement Project
- Date:
- 1983-12-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, United States--Appropriations and expenditures, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 98th (1983-1985)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_32_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Federal and State Government Employment Inquiry Letter
- Date:
- 1984-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- 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_34_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Space Capsule Donation to Enid
- Date:
- 1985-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Education, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Mary Clark to Congressman James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1985-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
![["First and second grade students at Walt Whitman Elementary School successfully applied high level critical thinking skills to a real life problem of purchasing playground equipment with grant money from Cities Service Company. Through a unit of study on playgrounds and recreation, the students learned to gather information, present their findings in various formats, and practice skills of a social scientist. The curriculum also focused on developing high level thinking skills and relating to the larger community. The students were able to effect positive change and are now applying their critical thinking skills to other subjects."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_2_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Young Minds: Elementary Students Apply Critical Thinking Skills for Playground Improvement")
![["The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced plans to increase safety inspections at grain elevators to improve worker protection. This is an interim measure until new standards are developed to reduce fire and explosion hazards in the industry. OSHA will be increasing inspections and implementing a special emphasis program to address safety concerns in grain handling facilities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201983-1984,%201986/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0006_thumbnail.jpg "OSHA Seeks Input for Field Sanitation Standard Development")
![["The document discusses President Reagan's program to improve occupational safety and health for Federal employees. It includes letters sent to agency heads and designated safety and health officials outlining the administration's position and offering assistance in reducing workplace injuries and illnesses. The program includes resource targeting, training, consultation, evaluation, and awards for agencies showing improvement. President Reagan emphasizes the importance of all Federal managers, supervisors, and employees taking an active role in improving safety and health conditions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201983-1984,%201986/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0009_thumbnail.jpg "OSHA's Progress and Policy Changes: A Message to Members of the 98th Congress")
![["The Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health is informing members of the 98th Congress about the changes that have been made at the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) over the past two years. These changes focus on better utilization of policy tools, improved relations with employees and employers, and more efficient use of resources in the standard-setting process. The document also highlights the success of OSHA's efforts in reducing workplace injuries and illnesses and improving public perception. The Assistant Secretary invites members to discuss OSHA's programs and policies further."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201983-1984,%201986/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0008_thumbnail.jpg "OSHA Refers Shawnee, OK Job Death Case to Justice Department for Possible Criminal Prosecution")
![["Congressman Glenn English received a letter from Bruce Hillenbrand, Director of OSHA's Federal-State Operations, stating that OSHA cannot support the Oklahoma Department of Labor's demonstration project on asbestos abatement due to lack of funding. Although OSHA provided partial help with the indirect cost rate, they could not fund the full amount needed. Commissioner Bill Paulk was informed of this decision and encouraged to resubmit the proposal for funding in Fiscal 1985. OSHA did not receive an increase in appropriations for consultation in FY 1984, making it impossible to consider the proposal under their current budget."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201983-1984,%201986/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Oil and Gas Well Drilling Safety Standards: Response from George E. Failing Company")
![["The United States Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration is sending out FY 1987 Consultation Cooperative Agreement packages to states. There is a new 20% cap on indirect costs for funding, and changes in budget details, personnel identification, and performance data are noted. The budget request includes a restoration of previous reductions and a 3.7% increase for mandatory costs. Recipients are advised to carefully follow guidelines for allocating costs and projecting expenses. Additional assistance is available from designated officers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0000-Labor,%20Occupational%20Safety%20and%20Health%20Administration,%201983-1984,%201986/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_14_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Funding Issues for Oklahoma Department of Labor Asbestos Abatement Project")
![["Christopher Edwards wrote a letter to Congressman James R. Jones seeking assistance in finding summer employment and permanent job opportunities in the government sector. Congressman Jones responded by informing Edwards that many summer openings have been filled but provided guidance on how to apply for both summer and permanent positions. He also suggested contacting the OK City Office of Personnel Management for recommendations on summer work. Edwards mentioned his qualifications as a history major and a substitute teacher and expressed his interest in government job opportunities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_32_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Federal and State Government Employment Inquiry Letter")
![["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")
![["Kenneth McKinley from Oklahoma State University is thanking Congressman Wes Watkins for meeting with him to discuss the university's proposal to operate NASA's educational space program. He highlights the university's experience and capability in administering the project and asks for any suggestions or support from Congressman Watkins."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_34_0000-National%20Aeronautics%20and%20Space%20Administration,%201975,%201979,%201981,%201983,%201986-1989/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_34_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Space Capsule Donation to Enid")
![["Mary Clark expresses her gratitude to Congressman Jones for his commencement speech at Nathan Hale High School, which inspired her son Eric to further his education in the vocational field. She also thanks him for sending certificates to the students and commends him for his efforts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0000-1011-1299,%201985,%20%5B2%20of%203%5D/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Mary Clark to Congressman James R. Jones")