Boren Critical of Carter Energy Plan Over Production Incentives
Oklahoma Governor David Boren praised conservation aspects of President Carter energy proposals but urged stronger production incentives. He criticized the plan for lacking specifics on deregulation and price guarantees, warning of potential unfair tax funding and increased government reliance. Boren pledged to press Carter to define exploration goals and support price deregulation to spur oil and natural gas development.
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Oklahoma lawmakers split over Carters energy plan
Oklahoma politicians and business leaders react to President Carter energy plan. Republicans Bartlett Bellman Edwards oppose curbs and favor production incentives. Democrats Jones Risenhoover urge restraint on taxation and call for deregulatory to boost supply. Local banker Minshall warns against overreach while remaining cautiously optimistic about Congress.
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