"It is desirable to revise the definition of 
recombinant organisms in a way that recognizes our 
awareness that there is a very large body of organisms 
that are exempt." 
Dr. Murray said he believed the phase "...that would not be 
considered etiologic agents...." was in the original motion. 
Dr. Erickson said he believed the word "exempt" was used but he 
preferred Dr. Murray's wording. The maker of the motion and the 
second agreed this wording should be incorporated to make the 
resolution read: 
"It is desirable to revise the definition of 
recombinant organisms in a way that recognizes our 
awareness that there is a very large body of organisms 
that would not be considered etiologic agents." 
Dr. McKinney asked whether a new subcommittee would be formed to 
deal with this matter. Dr. McGarrity said there were four 
standing subcommittees at present. Perhaps the Subcommittee on 
Definitions could be restructured or augmented in some way to 
handle this matter. Dr. McKinney reiterated Dr. McVicar's 
willingness to work with the RAC. 
There being no further discussion. Dr. McGarrity put the motion 
to a vote. The motion passed unanimously. 
VII. FUTURE MEETING DATES: 
Dr. McGarrity called the Committee's attention to the future 
meeting dates and noted the next meeting would take place on 
January 30, 1989, with meetings scheduled on June 5, 1989, 
October 6, 1989, and a new date for February 5, 1990. He advised 
members of the Committee to mark their calendars with these 
dates. He also noted the ORDA office would be moving back to the 
NIH campus and members would be advised of the new mailing 
address . 
VIII. ADJOURNMENT : 
Dr. McGarrity thanked all members of the Committee and others 
present for their participation and adjourned the meeting at 3:25 
p.m. on October 3, 1988. 
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