Jimmy Carter
The Public Record
Jimmy Earl Carter served as the 39th President of the United States from January 20, 1977, to January 20, 1981. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously held the office of Governor of Georgia from January 12, 1971, to July 1, 1975. During his presidency, Carter focused on human rights, energy conservation, and the Camp David Accords, which led to a peace treaty between Israel and Egypt. His administration also faced significant challenges, including the Iran Hostage Crisis and economic difficulties marked by inflation and unemployment.
Please take the following actions regarding P.L. 95-507: review your OSDBU to see that it has the necessary resources and full-time staff to carry out the responsibilities mandated by this law.
As part of my determination to meet this and other goals, I've directed all Federal agencies to implement Public Law 95-507 aggressively.
Cutting down oil imports is also a top priority in fighting inflation.
We will continue to protect American interests and, if possible, preserve the peace.
This gathering fulfills a long-time ambition of mine to have the voice of small business heard loud and clear here in Washington.
I would like each of you to devote sufficient, continuing, and personal attention to these procurement matters to ensure achievement of our goals.
I pledged to triple the amount of business the Federal Government does with minority businesses.
I have high expectations for your work, and I want you to have high expectations that together we can and we will keep up the momentum for reforms that strengthen the small businesses of America.





