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Show age 2 tobcr 19. 10n Editorial Uintah Easin Standard Regulating for Congress is a place where career politicians have rigged the system so they can be - and we can be regulated - in ed perpetuity. One of the ways they do this is by passing vaguely worded, ambiguous laws. Federal agencies are forced to figure out what these laws mean - and then issue thousands of pages of regulations to enforce them. Sometimes the regulations reflect the intentions of Congress, sometimes not How does this process help congressmen get First, the avoid taking controversial stands on the issues, stands that might antagonize large blocs of voters. laws alSecond, passing open-endelows the special interests to influence how those laws will be inforced. This makes the special interests happy and brings in contributions to the next campaign. Third, if you and I get hurt by these laws, your congressman doesnt have to take the blame - after all, he didnt draw up the regulations! In fact, if you call him and complain, hell go all out to solve your little problem and take credit for fixing it His next campaign speech will be about how he spends his time helping the little guy. Here are some examples of what I mean. Many small firms - the kinds of businesses that create most of the jobs in our economy - are being financially battered by the regulations stemming from the Americans With Disabilities Act, Clean Air Act, and Family and Medical Leave Act Because congressmen can go back to their districts and brag about helping the handicapped, protecting our health and environment, and helping people care for their families, these laws are political booty. But the laws are so vaguely worded that theyve given federal bureaucrats near carte blanche to regulate businesses as much as law-make- rs d Re-electi- on they wish. And they do - with a vengeance. Washington is rife with stones of meetings where bureaucrats, lobbyists and legislators sit down in private and decide what some new law will really do. When the number of start-up- s plummets, and existing small firms start failing due to the new regulations, Congress gets another opportunity to come to the rescue. The bureaucrats dont care; theyre not elected. Members of Congress, (Mi the other hand, can hold hearings and pass additional laws to solve the problems, reaping the additional political resituation. wards. Its a win-wi- n The most amazing part of this scam is that even though Congress shifts responsibility to the bureaucrats, it retains its power over them - and us. By the executive branch of government, individual lawmakers keep bureaucrats on a very tight leash. I thought I had heard everything in this regard until recently when I saw a regulation that actually named the office of a member -of Congress - Rep. Charlie Rose, as the contact for any federal office wanting to know if it qualifies for a high speed" copying machine! scam is covThe regulation-re-electio- n columTimes ered indepth by Washington nist Eric Felten in his recent Heritage Foundation book. The Ruling Class: Inside The Imperial Congress." The scam is one big reason so many incumbents get term after term. Even though they dont really solve any of the big problems. You and I vote for them, believing what weve been told about the great things they are small-busine- micro-managin- National arts and humanities month Dear Editor The moral etrength of our great nation is rooted in our rich cultural traditions and in a profound appreciation for the diversity of the people, values, and belief that m nke us Americans. For more than 200 years, the quality of our civic life hen flowed not only from our industrial, agricultural, and technological ingenuity, but also from the creative vision of our artists and the wisdom of our humanists. Through the arts and humanities we gain a deeper understanding ofourselves as individuals and as a society. The arts and humanities remind us that whatever our differences, we share a common heritage that binds us together as a nation. History, literature, and philosophy allow us to explore and understand ourselves and others through collective reflection and learning. The arts and humanities enable Americans from every walk of life to respond to both their individualin ity and their shared experiences human the make spirit that ways soar. We are a nation called to artistic and intellectual responsibility at a critical time in the history of the world. Our mjor authors are read in every language, our films are shown in every capital, and our musk never lacks listeners. Our traditions of free inquiry and exatpression help to shape political titudes and cultural values around the-glob- e. Si.' m. Iwmwi an farrMflinCIV g" D-N.- C Congressional negotiators reached a breakthrough compromise Thursday, agreeing to nearly double fees for grazing cattle of federal lands and changing rules on water rights for parched Western lands, reported the Salt Lake Tribune, through Reuter News Service. Conservative Republican Pete Domenid of New Mexico threatened to filibuster the legislation, charging it would threaten the way of life in the West. Guest editorial by Edwin Feulner, President of Heritage Foundation. holds election to vote NO Dear Editor: Anyone who has been corresponding with Senators Hatch and Bennett about the North America Free Trade agreement gets the impression it will bringjobs and prosperity to North America, although as you read the agreement, you will aee that couldnt be farther from the truth. The unemployment problem in America and the other countries in NAITAiscausedby overregulation and taxes on the economys, not by tariff. NAFTA will impose 1700 psges of International irreversible regulations on the economy as well as take regulation of commerce away from Congress and give it to international bureauan 32 with regulatory agencies. cracy NAFTA has nothing to do with free trade and everything to do with turning more sovereignty over to the internationalists. Tf vmi nw ntmnwed to anv more The compromise cuts back a ' proposal by Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt that would force a much larger increase, but ends years of congressional deadlock on the issue. The compromise would raise grazing fees over three years from $1.69 per month far land needed far a cow and her calf to $3.45, considerably less than the $4.28 proposed by Babbitt. It also would transfer future water rights to the federal govern- ment Tribe Ask Utah senators change. Lounge hit by burglars Proponents said the water-righother new rules-wochange-a- nd reverse policies promulgated a decade ago by former Interim Secretary James Watt, a Reagan appointee who became a favorite ts uld Seven candidates were ; "What kind of nonsense is this?" ha said. "This demagoguery is going to end. I want the American people to decide this." If Congresa fails to put the compromise into law this year, Reid painted out, Babbitt will be . free to impose his own regulations and grazing fees. The Senate had sought to bar any changes by Babbitt for a year. If the bill passes both houses it will end a between the House and Senate that has gone on for years, with the House attempting to raise grazing fees and the Senate holding the line against tug-of-w- ar change. session to deal nomi- 4-- Band. Candidates include: Elliot RidRoosevelt Police Chief Cecil Gurr ley, Francis Poowegup, Frank reports yet another burgalary Arrowchis, Keith Blackhair, Larry taking place in Roaeevelt last week. Black (Blackhair), Ruby Atwine According to Gurr, the Driftwood (Black), and Tibbe Ridley. The names will be placed on Lounge on 200 East in Roosevelt was burglarized lata Wednesday primary election ballots primary evening as entry was made on the election to be held October 20. The will be placed two top south side through a window. "The burglars stole food items on the general election ballot to be and liquor cases of beer," said held November 3. Polls will be open from 8:00 a.m. Gurr. "Any information from the 6:00 p.m. at Fort Duchesne, would be until case the public regarding Randlett and Whiterocks Myton, helpful." very 20 and November 3, October on of reward $100 Gurr said a member will take new The 1993. or arrest conviction to the leading of suspect or supects is being hisher position on the Business Committee November 8. offered. After the elections, "Business Committee leadership may experience change after voting in a new business committee member," said Larry Cess pooch, public relations director. By Mika Roaa vote-gette- rs ' with youth violence Submitted by Representative ly Evans Bever- A special session of the Utah Legislature was held October 11 and 12 to deal with pending issues. The two main reasons for the special session were to deal with increasing youth violence and a $63 million tax lawsuit by federal retirees. The legislature approved a $50 million offer to settle the case. Gun control in the form of a misdemeanor penalty for juveniles possessing guns with parental permission was approved. It will also be a felony to sell firearms to minors except those purchases made in the presence of parents. Driver licenses will be revoked for a minimum of one year under a law aimed- at those committing drivehyshoatingsor Action was deferred on a plan for d confiscating vehicles used in crimes. The main concern was that innocent victims of car thieves might have their property tax-refu- nd - s. gang-relate- Duchesne County Commission seized unfairly by the government. Another set of bills made it possible for many of the serious crimes committed by minors which are now handled in juvenile court to be tried and punished through the adult justice system. During the special session a key bill was passed asserting state control over hundreds of road right of ways across federal land, considered a critical issue for rural Utah in the Battle over wilderness designation. "It is critical for this type of legislation to be passed to help our rural areas, adds Representative Evans. Representative Evans encourages any constituent who has suggestions or concerns on youth violence, gang activities or any other legislative issue to contact her at 9 in the evenings and she ' will be glad to meet with you and discuss your suggestions or concerns. "Now is the time to start addressing legislative issues as we start preparing for the upcoming session in January, states Repre- -' sentative Evans. 454-371- "(lintah Basin Standard Inc. Please note that the following agenda is tentative due to Press schedules at the Uintah Basin Standard. Because of publication deadlines, some agenda items may not appear. WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 20, 1993 a.m. matters Road Leon Fillingim. 9:30 1030 a.m Commission correlation time. 1 1 30 a.m. Auditor Vouchers, tax adjustments. 12:00 p.m. Lunch. 1 30 p.m. Budget discussions Assessor. " 130 p.m. " Clerk, election, district court. " " -- Extension. 230p.m. " - West side JP, Clair Poulson. 230 p.m. " -- Attorney. 330p.m. " " -- Recorder. 330p.m. " " 430 p.m. Commission, Juvenile Court, Mental Health, P & I, Ambulance, Chamber of Commerce. 430 p.m. Recreation, miscellaneous. 530 p.m. Auditor And any other matters that may come before the Board of County Commissioners. The Board of County Commissioners of Duchesne County, Utah, will meet in regular public session every Wednesday 930 a.m. to 430 p.m. in the Commission Board Room. Tentative Agenda courtesy of County Clerk Pat Stratton. - - - - - un-eleet- regulation and any more freedom lost, call or write the two Senatore and tell them to change their mind and vote No on NAFTA. fa effectiveness of awertion. 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I urge all Americans to join me inrecognizing the special role in the arts and humanities play in fortifying our unique heritage. National Aits and Humanities Month is a time when we recognise the contributions of artists, scholars, museums, theaters, libraries, schools, foundations, government agencies, and other organisations and individuals who work to keep the arts and humanities a vital part ofour lives. Throughout the month of October, let us reflect on the breadth of artistic and humanistic endeavors that blossom freely across our nation, and let us rejoice in the eloquence and meaning they give to our ideas, hopes, and dreams as American citizens. On this occasion, I voice my deep respect and pledge my continuing support for the arts and humanities as essential ingredients of our Amerkan way oflife. I look forward to celebrating National Arts and Humanities Month this October at the White House and with you in your communities throughout the United States. Bill Clinton, President of the United States of America. target of environmentalists. The Compromise was fought to the end by conservative Republi- cans led by Domenid, who said he would lead a filibuster to halt the Compromise ends years of deadlock on grazing issue re-elec- ee EDITOR'S NOTE: The Uintah Basin Standard welcomes and encourages opinion from leaden in the form of letter! to the editor. Letten may be utilized to expresi opinion! or comment!, to highlight ouutinding lenrice of an individual or organization, or any other worthwhile purpoic. Letten may not be med to replace advertisements or Guda of Thinks, ortoUniponion, participant! or contributor! toa particular event or puipoie. Letten will be published unleii they contain libeloui or defamatory HatemenU. We reserve the right . to withhold a name by request if the nature of lfce letter ii poiilive, and to edit letten. 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