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Dr. William S. Gartland, Jr. 
April 25, 1985 
"If experiments in this category are submitted for review to 
another Federal agency, the submitter shall notify ORDA and 
may provide information regarding the necessity of dual review; 
ORDA may then determine if dual review is necessary based upon 
whether or not the reviews serve the same purpose and whether 
the other Federal agency has the appropriate expertise and 
experience to thoroughly review the proposals in a timely 
manner, and ..." 
Genentech believes that RAC should enjoy the privilege of exercising 
an option to defer review, and it is our belief that this revision to 
the amendment still permits RAC the desired option, while continuing 
to provide constructive advice to those conducting research and 
protection of the public and environment. 
We appreciate the opportunity to comment on the proposed amendment 
and would be pleased to answer any questions you might have regarding 
our suggested change. 
cc: M. Ross 
S. Ronspies 
J. Swartz 
E. Gazdeck 
CLG: jaf 
Sincerely, 
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