Gerald Ford

Such provisions are contrary to the general constitutional principle of separation of powers.

Please make every effort to provide the reports as soon as possible.

I consider section 202(a)(1) of H.R. 3884 as separable from the rest of the bill.

I commend the Congress both for its initiative and the general responsiveness of this legislation to the recommendations of my administration.

I strongly endorse the concept which underlies this legislation--that most of the decisionmaking business of regulatory agencies can and should be open to the public.

I am returning, without my approval, H.R. 8800, the 'Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Research, Development and Demonstration Act of 1976.'

I urge Federal, State and local officials, as well as leaders of all religious, civic, educational-and other organizations, to conduct meaningful ceremonies and observances on that day to commemorate the formation and signing of the…

I am not prepared to commit the Federal government to this type of a massive spending program which I believe private industry is best able to undertake.

I AM pleased today to sign into law H.R. 8410, which assures that our livestock producers will receive payment due for livestock sold to meatpackers.

It is simply premature and wasteful for the Federal government to engage in a massive demonstration program--such as that intended by the bill--before the required improvements in batteries for such vehicles are developed.

I would like to commend the bipartisan efforts of the Congress in rapidly responding to the clear need for the legislation now before me.

I urge the people of the United States to observe that week with appropriate ceremonies and activities in their schools and churches and in other suitable places.

I commend the Congress for developing H.R. 8410 to provide this protection which is in the best interest of producers, packers, and consumers.

The legislation I am signing today accomplishes its legitimate objectives without excessive restrictions on industry and without the creation of superfluous new government agencies.

This legislation arose out of a demonstrated need for greater protection of livestock producers.

I wholeheartedly support the objective of government in the sunshine.

I believe that diversity is as important in education as it is in politics, business, the professions, in our personal lives and in our cultural traditions.

The United States, I am proud to say, has a strong record of responding positively to this matter.

Notwithstanding the provisions of any other Executive order, the functions of the President... shall be performed by the Secretary of Agriculture.

Men and women of Hispanic origin fought in our Revolutionary War.

The Hispanic contribution to America has been consistent and a vital influence on a better society in our country.

I am sworn to uphold the laws of the land and I intend to carry out this responsibility.

To interfere with that creative process is a most serious act.

I am very proud to have the opportunity of signing this proclamation for National Hispanic Heritage Week.

I hereby designate the week beginning September 12, 1976, as National Hispanic Heritage Week.