Xavier Becerra Secretary at U.S. Department of Health and Human Services | Twitter Website
Secretary Becerra issued a statement regarding the proposed Menthol Cigarette Rule, acknowledging the significant engagement the rule has received. He stated, "This rule has garnered historic attention and the public comment period has yielded an immense amount of feedback, including from various elements of the civil rights and criminal justice movement."
Furthermore, Secretary Becerra highlighted the importance of continued dialogue, mentioning, "It’s clear that there are still more conversations to have, and that will take significantly more time." The Secretary emphasized the need for further discussions on the matter, indicating that more time is required to address the various perspectives and considerations involved in the proposed rule.
