Governor Hugh L. Carey central subject and correspondence files
Series Number
13682_82;_13682_83
Summary
Hugh L. Carey served as governor of New York from 1975 to 1982. He practiced fiscal conservatism by limiting government spending, while avidly defending social welfare programs that benefited the less fortunate. Records in this series document the governor's response to the New York City fiscal crisis and his efforts to overhaul the state's approach to care of the developmentally disabled. Records also document the governor's efforts in the areas of economic revitalization, environmental conservation, education policy, and criminal justice reform.
Creator
New York (State). Governor (1975-1982 : Carey)
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The series relates to the law allowing a less expensive generic drug to be substituted for a brand name drug. The investigation files include correspondence, memorandums, hearing testimony, conference proceedings, news clippings, lists of drug prices, copies of legislation from other states, sample drug company advertising, and various reports on the drug industry and on the safety and effectiveness of generic drugs. Evidence was provided by physicians; pharmacists; pharmaceutical laboratories and manufacturers; medical organizations; government officials; and consumer groups.
Creator
New York (State). Legislature. Assembly. Office of Legislative Oversight and Analysis
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There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.