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Date: Tuesday, June 23, 1998							     	     
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	
Contact:  HHS Press Office  (202) 690-6343

"The position of FDA Commissioner is vital to the nation's health and safety, and Dr. Jane E. Henney is the person to lead the FDA into the next millenium. From the safety of our foods to the effectiveness of our pharmaceutical and other medical products, Americans rely heavily on the processes, resources and judgement of the Food and Drug Administration.

"Dr. Henney has a proven track record at FDA, and if confirmed by the Senate, she will continue to shape the agency to respond to the changing nature of the industry and the health care marketplace. Dr. Henney will encourage and nurture collaborative relationships with consumers and industry alike - this is crucial to FDA's success in the years ahead. Dr. Henney will work vigorously to carry out the Food and Drug Administration Modernization Act, and as Commissioner she will work closely with Congress to ensure its implementation.

"A talented manager, Dr. Henney has the solid medical and academic credentials that are needed to understand the burgeoning field of biomedical research and development. As FDA Commissioner, Dr. Henney will provide the leadership that is needed to make the 21st century FDA the model agency of consumer protection that it must be.

"In addition to voicing my support for Dr. Henney, I would like to commend Dr. Michael Friedman for the outstanding service and dedicated professionalism that he has demonstrated while serving as Acting FDA Commissioner."