Finally, some positive movement is taking place in Washington to fund the FDA and increase its capacity to monitor foreign manufacturers. The agency has asked for more money (finally), and Sen. Edward Kennedy proposed upping the FDA's 2009 budget by dollar375 million, to reach the level recommended by the Science Board. The agency also took steps to establish a permanent presence in China, and Sen. Chuck Grassley suggested creating a registration fee for foreign companies as a way to fund inspections.
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