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Comer: The FDA Has Failed to Prioritize Safety and Incentivize Innovation
WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) criticized the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its shortcomings in prioritizing safety and fostering innovation during a hearing titled “Oversight of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.”In his opening remarks, Comer emphasized the importance of the FDA's role in regulating the food and drug industries, stating, "There might not be a federal agency that is more integral to Americans’ day-to-day lives than the FDA." He highlighted the necessity for Congress to ensure that...
Comer Opens Kentucky Congressional Forum to Examine Army Corps’ Inconsistent Fees Charged to Marina Owners
Chairman James Comer of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability led a congressional forum in Kentucky to discuss the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' assessment of administrative fees. Comer emphasized the impact of unclear fees on small business owners, particularly marina operators in Kentucky, and highlighted the need for transparency and fairness in fee policies.In his opening remarks at the forum, Chairman Comer stated, "I would like to welcome everyone to today’s Congressional forum regarding how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers assesses administrative...