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Concern over Biological Weapons Convention

Rep. Waxman sent a letter to President Bush about the Administration's plans to reverse United States foreign policy and oppose negotiations to strengthen the Biological Weapons Convention.

Committee Investigates Mail Safety

The Committee held a hearing regarding the safety of U.S. postal employees and the mail.

Ambulance Diversions Are Warning Sign

Rep. Waxman released a report detailing the national problem of ambulance diversions and its implications for how well emergency rooms are prepared for possible terrorist attacks. By analyzing state and local articles published since January 2000, the report identified 22 states where hospital officials have declared they cannot safely accept emergency vehicles causing delays in patient care. These access problems have occurred under present conditions, demonstrating that additional attention to the emergency care system is needed to prepare fully for future challenges.

Appointment of Director of Homeland Security

Reps. Burton, Waxman, Shays and Kucinich sent a letter to President Bush regarding the appointment of Governor Ridge to the new cabinet-level post of Director of Homeland Security.

Airline Industry Relief

Rep. Waxman released a statement regarding the airline industry relief legislation recently passed by Congress.

Vulnerability of Chemical Facilities to Terrorist Attack

Rep. Waxman sent a letter with Reps. Dingell, Sherrod Brown, and DeGette requesting that President Bush complete an overdue study that examines the vulnerability of the nation's chemical facilities to terrorist attack.

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