American Beverage Statement on the Confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services
WASHINGTON – Statement from American Beverage President and CEO Kevin Keane on today’s Senate confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the next Secretary of Health and Human Services:
“We congratulate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. on his confirmation as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. Secretary Kennedy is now charged with the vital and complex job of protecting the health and well-being of all Americans. This includes the opportunity to meaningfully improve America’s health under President Trump’s leadership.
“America’s beverage companies stand ready to work together and build on our record of leadership tackling our portion of complex challenges. We are proud of our proactive efforts to empower consumers to make the decisions that are right for them. Through bold innovation, America’s beverage companies have transformed the beverage aisle to deliver choices, clear information and a range of smaller portion options. And today, nearly 60 percent of the beverages Americans buy have zero sugar or calories.
“Together, we can advance pragmatic solutions focused on choice and transparency that promote better health outcomes for Americans and their families.”
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