Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. letter to V. M., May 17, 1995

Congress of tfjc Uniteb States $ousc of iXcprrsentatibrS Majfbington, 2D C 20515-2002 May 17, 1995 Thank you for your thoughtful comments regarding the Food and Drug Administration’s regulation of tobacco products. I appreciate your candor and sincerity. Tobacco use is a very complex issue. While smoking advocates claim that this is a personal lifestyle choice, increasing evidence defines smoking as an addictive habit, dangerous to both tobacco users and those who inhale smoke in public places. For this reason, I strongly support continued research into the effects of tobacco smoke, and I will carefully evaluate any recommendations issued by the FDA on this subject. I will support legislation which thoughtfully balances the twin priorities of community health and individual decision-making. I promise to give full consideration to any legislation which addresses the use and distribution of tobacco. Thank you for your comments, and if you have any further suggestions, please contact me. Very truly yours, Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. Member of Congress