Jul 1, 1949
Section 502(d) of the Act provides that certain programs and functions now being carried on by various Executive agencies shall not be impaired or affected by the provisions of the Act.
Harry Truman
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Harry S. Truman was the 33rd President of the United States, serving from April 12, 1945, to January 20, 1953. A member of the Democratic Party, he assumed the presidency after the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Truman is known for his decisive leadership during the final months of World War II, including the controversial decision to use atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which contributed to Japan's surrender. He also played a significant role in the early stages of the Cold War, implementing the Truman Doctrine to contain communism and establishing NATO.
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Jul 1, 1949
When these studies and surveys have been completed and after consulting with the interested agencies, the Administrator shall prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to implement the determinations resulting from such studies and…
Jul 1, 1949
Under section 201 (c) of the Act, Executive agencies are permitted to apply exchange allowances and proceeds of sale in payment of property acquired.
Jun 29, 1949
I have always made it perfectly clear that a businessman doesn't have to hire a go-between to get Government contracts.
Jun 29, 1949
I have today signed H.R. 4754 which was passed by the Congress 'To simplify the procurement, utilization, and disposal of Government property, to reorganize certain agencies of the Government, and for other purposes.'
Jun 29, 1949
No, I don't agree with them. The fight is going to continue just as hard as I can make it, to carry out the Democratic platform.
Jun 29, 1949
The Act requires that a fair proportion of all procurement shall be placed with small business concerns.
Jun 29, 1949
I hereby further extend the provisions of the said Executive Order No. 9898 of October 14, 1947, as amended by Executive Order No. 9926 of January 17, 1948, to July 1, 1950.
Jun 29, 1949
I recommend it to the consideration of the Congress in connection with such further provision as may be made for the continuance of Federal aid for highway construction.
Jun 29, 1949
I find that the extraordinary emergency described in the said Executive Order and constituting the basis of the suspension effected thereby still exists.
Jun 29, 1949
A better system of property and records management has been needed by the Federal Government for many years.
Jun 29, 1949
I don't think Senator George has ever been for sufficient taxes to run the Government, so that is not unusual.
Jun 29, 1949
The basic need, however, remains to assure favorable price and adequate service to the Government.
Jun 29, 1949
There is always the danger that the natural desire for flexibility and speed in procurement may lead to excessive placement of contracts by negotiations and undue reliance upon large concerns.
Jun 29, 1949
It also states that all purchases and contracts for supplies and services shall be made by advertising, except under circumstances specified in the Act where exceptions to this general policy may be made.
Jun 29, 1949
An important responsibility is vested in the Administrator of General Services to achieve effective and economical results in the property management field and to insure that the General Services Administration affords the operating…
Jun 29, 1949
That freedom is given to permit the flexibility and latitude needed in present day activities.
Jun 23, 1949
I am in wholehearted agreement with the objectives set forth by the Commission.
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