On the recordMay 23, 2012
we are close to a way to move forward on the FDA bill. I do say this, however: On this side we have cleared everything. So the disputes now are with the Republicans on the Republican amendment. We are willing to do whatever is necessary on that amendment. So I hope we can get this worked out. It would sure be helpful. We have heard all the speeches about this important bill. It really is important, as I indicated today in talking about some of the shortages we have had in Nevada where people die as a result of not having the medicines. We are nearing a time where we cannot prolong this any more. This legislation is necessary because the bill--the information we have in this bill, everything we need expires at the end of this month. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Minnesota.
