From: John McConnell [john@narwhaldesign.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2001 9:44 AM
To: fdadockets@oc.fda.gov
Subject: dockets 00n-1396 and 00d-1598

Dear Commissioner Henney,

I am very disappointed that the proposed FDA regulations don't require
labels or safety tests on genetically engineered (GE) food.  I want to know
what is in my food, and right now I have no idea what I am buying.  Is it GE
food or not?  If it is labeled I can decide what I think is best for myself
and my family.  Now, it is a total guess.  The role of the FDA should be to
protect and educate the public.  What I see going on now is the FDA is
protecting the interests of the biotech corporations.

Please reconsider your decision...for the health of the citizens of the US.

Sincerely,
John McConnell
142 Oak Hill Road
Charlotte, VT  05445
802-425-3665