Thad Cochran: “I appreciate the Senator's inquiry. I have no objection to your offering the amendment. I haven't seen the amendment. I…”

“I appreciate the Senator's inquiry. I have no objection to your offering the amendment. I haven't seen the amendment. I asked my staff what it was about. They haven't seen it, either. We are trying to get in touch with the legislative committee. We understand it is a legislative subject, not appropriations at all. It doesn't ask for spending any more money or any less money, but it imposes a burden on an industry, and we are trying to find out what the implications are. You can offer it. Amendment No. 3176 (Purpose: To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require the Secretary to ensure timely notification of certain recalls)”