Investigation into Federal Employees' Alleged Improper Lobbying Activities, 1951-02-26

Item — Box: 27, Folder: 18

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_3_27_18_0001

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Mr. S.A. Bramlett, Commissioner of the Arkansas-Oklahoma Coal Operators' Association, wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding the involvement of two Federal mine inspectors in lobbying for a bill before the State Legislature of Arkansas. Bramlett questioned whether the inspectors were violating civil service laws by participating in political activities. He referenced a specific Act that outlines the duties and qualifications of coal mine inspectors appointed by the Secretary of the Interior. Bramlett requested clarification on whether the inspectors' actions were in line with their duties and if any action could be taken. Congressman Schwabe suggested seeking legal opinions from relevant authorities and expressed reluctance to get involved in controversies outside his district.

Dates

1951-02-26

Language of Materials

English

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