Of the narcotic analgesics, butorphanol is used most often in horses with colic. Butorphanol has few adverse effects on the GI tract or heart. However, when given in large doses, narcotics can cause excitement, and the horse may become unstable.
FERS Information. Congress created the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) in 1986, and it became effective on January 1, 1987. Since that time, new Federal civilian employees who have retirement coverage are covered by FERS.
by Wilmer L. Kerns*. In June, President Reagan signed the Federal Employeesâ Re-. tirement System Act of 1986 (Public Law 99-335), which estab-. lishes the Federal Employeesâ Retirement System (FERS) for em-. ployees hired after December 31, 1983.