Mr. President. these unilateral health budget reduction decisions by the administration must not be allowed to stand. Congress must not allow the executive branch to usurp its legislative power to continue or revise basic authorities under statutory law for Federal assistance for hospital construction or modernization. regional medical programs of vital importance to rural America. community mental health centers and programs to address developmental disabilities. and for medical libraries. allied health training. health services research and development. health statistics. public health training. migrant health programs. family planning and population research. and comprehensive health planning. The 1year extension of these authorities provided for in the legislation before the Senate is essential to enable Congress to give thorough consideration to major legislation addressed to the future of these programs. It is unconscionable that the Nixon administration should now oppose this extension after frustrating the legislative process by steadfastly refusing. for months on end. to provide any specific legislative recommendations for these programs.