Mike Enzi: “Dear Senator Reid and Senator McConnell: I urge you to appoint conferees as soon as possible to S. 1082, a bill that…”

“Dear Senator Reid and Senator McConnell: I urge you to appoint conferees as soon as possible to S. 1082, a bill that renews expiring authorities at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as well as reforms our drug safety system. Every day, we hear about a new problem the FDA faces in protecting our health. From contaminated seafood to tainted toothpaste, this agency is in dire need of Congressional support to carry out its mission. Reauthorizing these programs is critical to ensure that new drugs and medical devices reach the patients who need them. As you know, this work period is nearly over. If the drug and device user fee programs are not renewed prior to the recess, FDA will have no choice but to send what is known as a ``Reduction In Force'' or layoff notice to hundreds of FDA employees involved in these programs.”