I have so notified the House of Representatives and the Senate with respect to the countries listed in this Executive order.

I continue to be an optimist, that the good judgment, the wise decisions of all parties will result in the ultimate objective of peace in the Middle East.

It is a great privilege for me to welcome you back on an extraordinarily difficult mission on behalf of the United States and the problems that are in the Middle East.

The United States will continue to emphasize our desire to achieve a lasting peace in the Middle East by working with one country, other countries, and all countries.

Coal is America's ace in the hole.

It is a very worthwhile effort.

We cannot afford to lose a single life in the mines.

During 1974, the 25 Federal Executive Boards across the nation made significant strides in improving internal Federal management and responding to unique community needs.

This has been a good day for all Americans.

I believe FEBs can continue to be instrumental in supporting Presidential initiatives and programs.

I envision the development of more than 250 major new coal mines in the next decade.

I will do all I can.

We must still use our vast supplies of coal in both solid and converted forms.

They can set an example in such areas of critical concern as improvement of management of resources in limited or short supply, encouragement of energy efficiency, productivity, and the restoration of confidence in government.

The keystone of our American way of life is openness.

We must work together to solve the environmental issues associated with the proper use and preservation of those resources.

The United States firmly believes that our own problems, and those of the rest of the world, can be dealt with most effectively through international cooperation.

I welcome this action by the Senate and join the sponsors of the resolution in urging all Americans to renew their efforts to use energy wisely and more efficiently.