401095 Office of the Legislative Counsel Gongress of Mirronesta Gapitol Hill, Saipan Phone 971 Mariana Islands istrict I6950 LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL June 12, 1974 Dr. Sydney Marks Biomedical Program Division of Biomedical and Environmental Research Atomic Energy Commission Washington, D, C. 20545 Dear Dr. Marks: On behalf of the Special Joint Committee Concerning Rongelap and Utirik Atolls of the Congress of Micronesia, I would like to extend my thanks for the opportunity to meet with you and other staff members of the Atomic Energy Commission to discuss our concerns regarding the people of Utirik and Rongelap. Senator Kendall and Representative Sigrah have also asked me to extend their appreciation for the chance to attend this meeting and to meet with you. You can be sure that I will brief members of the Special Joint Committee regarding our discussions. We will also appreciate receiving from you a copy of the draft agreement with a covering letter as you mentioned. LT am certain that all of us look forward to an early and satisfactory solution of the problems we discussed to the satisfaction of all parties involved. Special Joint Committee Concerning Rongelap and Utirik Atolls Congress of Micronesia cc: Senator Olympio T. Borja Representative Ataji Balos Representative Timothy Olkeriil Legislative Counsel K. Udi Ga 5008485 ,