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95th Congress (1977-1979)

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95th Congress (1977-1979)

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95th Congress (1977-1979)

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Snow is urging Jones to support Secretary Watt's policies on coal mining, which he believes are practical and protective. He cites Oklahoma's successful reclamation program prior to Federal intervention as evidence that Watt's policies will work.

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Will Palomis, a consultant in the oil industry, suggests a number of changes to the way that onshore oil and gas leases are regulated. He suggests that leases should be issued faster, on a net rental basis, and that the government should grandfather in a new rent schedule. He also suggests that some exceptions should be made for leases that are in compliance with nearby leases or that are subject to equipment or weather delays.

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The letter writer thanks the recipient for their letter concerning Secretary James Watt and states that they will keep the views in mind in case relevant legislation comes up. The letter writer also offers their assistance if needed.

Scope and Contents The text contains a letter from Congressman Claude Pepper to Jim Jones, in which Pepper discusses a proposal by Tulsa resident Russell Thomas Sr. to exempt senior citizens from having to purchase fishing licenses in all states. Pepper explains that while he sympathizes with the financial burden that senior citizens face in having to purchase multiple licenses, the federal government does not have the authority to control fishing license regulations, which are set by each individual state. He...

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96th Congress (1979-1981)

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95th Congress (1977-1979)

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95th Congress (1977-1979)