401790 United States Department of the Interior jar Qik OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY WASHINGTON, D.C. 20240 JUN 29 1979 Dr. Walter W. Weyzen Human Health and Assessment Division Department of Energy Washington, DG 20585 Dear Dr. Weyzen: At the June 13, 1979, meeting with the Bikini-Kili Council Delegation in my office, a question was raised concerning the results of the whole body counting carried out on the Bikinians who were moved from Bikini Island last August. This matter is outlined in Item No. 9, "Whole Body Counting Reports," in the "Notes" of the June 13, 1979, meeting. A copy of these "Notes" is attached for your use. I promised that I would write to the Department of Energy to find out what arrangements could be made to inform these individuals of the results of the whole body counting examinations. I would appreciate also any comments you might have on Item No, 10, This refers to the claim that some of the Bikinians supposedly were on Rongelap in March 1954 and were exposed to the fallout from "Operation Bravo," The question was asked whether certain individuals possibly might have higher body counts because of this alleged exposure, Sincerely yours, Coces. Ven Chin Mrs. Ruth G. Van Cleve Director Office of Territorial Affairs af ae =" ee woaane Cri ATTACHMENT