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On the recordNovember 15, 1979
I believe it is essential that we minimize the regulatory burden on small businesses and organizations where it is possible to do so without undermining the goals of our social and economic programs.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

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Letter to the Heads of the Independent Regulatory Agencies on Regulation of Small Businesses and Organizations

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