Concerns about Excessive Paperwork Requirements and the Census Form CB-50H, 1978-01-23 - 1978-02-23

Item — Box: 4, Folder: 4

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_5_4_4_0003

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The text is a series of letters discussing the issue of excessive paperwork requirements by the federal government. Mr. Raguse writes to Congressman James R. Jones expressing his concerns about the burden of paperwork on businesses and provides an example of a census form that he finds unnecessary. Congressman Jones responds, acknowledging the concern and explaining the purpose and importance of the economic censuses. He assures Mr. Raguse that efforts are being made to minimize the impact on businesses and offers assistance if any additional paperwork requirements are found to be burdensome. The Director of the Bureau of the Census, Manuel D. Plotkin, also writes a letter to Congressman Jones, providing more information about the purpose and process of the economic censuses and addressing concerns about confidentiality. Overall, the letters highlight the issue of excessive paperwork requirements and the efforts being made to address it.

Dates

1978-01-23 - 1978-02-23

Creator

Jones, James Robert (James R.), United States Ambassador to Mexico (1993-1997); Chair of the House Budget Committee (1981-1985); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1973-1987), 1939- (Person)

Language of Materials

English

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