NFIB Survey Signals High Support for Limiting OSHA Powers
The National Federation of Independent Business finds 94 percent of surveyed business owners want legislation to curb OSHA fines and require notice of violations with 90 days for compliance. Critics liken inspections to Gestapo tactics and warn of small firms going out of business.
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Gentlefolk Describe an Ideal Family Unit and Its Virtues
A description defines gentlefolk as family members marked by noble character and courteous behavior. It asserts gentleness involves fairness, absence of malice, thoughtful generosity, modesty, and resistance to unjust sharpness. The piece credits a guiding authority and emphasizes cooperation, mutual trust, and shared goals within families.
Deceptive Practices To Get Publicity In Texas
State Insurance Board will publicize names of insurers and individuals cited for unfair practices. Chairman Joe Christie announced eight cease and desist orders against firms or individuals in several cities for misleading ads. Board to hire a consultant and issue guidelines on Health Maintenance Organizations. DESEGREGATION Over $13.1 million in federal grants aid 54 Texas districts for desegregation programs this year. Grants go to basic education, bilingual, compensatory, and reading projects plus metropolitan area programs to reduce minority isolation in large cities.
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Governor Briscoe to Lead Texas Trade Mission to Japan
Governor Briscoe will head a Texas trade mission to Japan next month. A Railroad Commission hearing examines proposals to restore declining pressure in the East Texas oilfield. The Veterans Administration will open an outpatient clinic early next year in El Paso. Small business loans were made to Schertz due to storm damage. Texas college teachers claim salaries lag national averages for five years amid a below-average pay trend. A new land office publication titled Story of Texas Public Lands A Unique Heritage is issued.
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