Sep 23, 1980
Today I am pleased to sign the Rural Development Policy Act of 1980, which places into law many of the reforms that were developed by this rural policy.
Jimmy Carter
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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.
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Sep 23, 1980
This bill also extends our authority to conduct rural development research and extension activities.
Sep 23, 1980
This legislation is the culmination of a joint effort by the Congress and the administration.
Sep 23, 1980
The bill I am signing today strengthens the Secretary of Agriculture's role in this endeavor.
Sep 23, 1980
It is a plan for generating a real and productive partnership among Federal, State, and local governments and the private sector.
Sep 23, 1980
This bill will improve the Federal Government's capacity to meet the needs of our small towns and country areas.
Sep 23, 1980
Finally, the bill's authorization of the WEB project represents a major step both for rural development and for water resources policy in South Dakota.
Sep 22, 1980
The office of the Presidency is a major and vital force in the life of every human being in this country and every family, perhaps in the entire world.
Sep 22, 1980
It's indeed a pleasure and a pride for me to come here to this beautiful facility.
Sep 22, 1980
We will do everything we can in a peaceful way to add our voice to that of other nations to resolve this issue without further bloodshed.
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