Not playing fair in bid for consumer protection agency
Esther Peterson said big business uses every tactic money can buy to defeat a bill establishing a federal consumer protection agency. She named the Chamber of Commerce and others as leading opponents, while noting support from consumer and labor groups. the bill passed House committee by one vote.
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Washington (Ap
Esther Peterson
Consumer Affairs
Big Business
Consumer Protection Agency
Washington
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
National Association of Manufacturers
Grocery Manufacturers of America
Procter and Gamble
General Motors
Business Roundtable
George Sr
Patton
Harp
House Government Operations Committee
Senate leader backs bill to curb debt collection abuse
Senate subcommittee chairman Sen. Donald W. Riegle Jr. endorsed House passed legislation to regulate debt collectors. He cited deceptive practices, harassment, threats, and impersonation, urging federal action to curb calls to debtors, friends, and neighbors. Rep. Frank Annunzis defended the bill amid opposition claiming state laws suffice.
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Senate
Washington
Donald W. Riegle Jr
D-Mich
Riegle
Frank Annunzis
D-Ill
House
Chicanos press Bell on illegal aliens policy
Mexican American activists told Attorney General Bell that the Carter administration risks ignoring the rights of citizens and legal residents. They urged harsher enforcement of wage and safety laws as a way to penalize employers who hire illegal workers and questioned amnesty and national ID plans.
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Washington
Atty. Gent Gra Id
B. Bell
Bell
Committee For Chicano Rights Inc
California
San Diego
Herman Baca
Baca
Congress
Terry Adamson
Adamson
Fastest flight to Tokyo refined for speed perceived
The airline explains how it trims in flight feel by pairing rapid service and smooth, efficient operations to create the impression of a faster journey. It emphasizes timing, comfort, and proactive attention to passenger enjoyment on long hauls to Tokyo.
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Orient
Hong Kong
Osaka
Japan
Seoul
Okinawa
Taipei
Manila
Singapore
Los Angeles
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