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Kennedy concluded his address with a vision of what the future of American healthcare could entail. He promised that if confirmed, he would shift tax dollars to support healthy foods, scrutinize chemical additives in the food supply, and ensure rigorous standards of science and accountability at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
His closing remarks were a heartfelt appeal to the committee, particularly addressing parents worried about their children's health. The emphasis on values like integrity, safety, and partnership with American farmers illustrated an eagerness to engage collaboratively in pursuit of health improvement goals.