On the recordMay 6, 2009
I have great confidence in the job Dr. Hamburg will do as commissioner of the FDA.
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congress.govI have great confidence in the job Dr. Hamburg will do as commissioner of the FDA.
Hatch expresses strong support for Dr. Hamburg's nomination.
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