On February 18. Michael W. Murray will be leaving his position as principal regional official for region IX of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. With him go the talents of one of the finest human beings ever employed by the Federal Government. In his post as PRO. Mike has served as the key representative of the Secretary of Health and Human Services. providing leadership. direction. and oversight for all HHS activities in the region. He has been widely recognized for his sensitive leadership of the Indochinese refugee resettlement program. Mike has worked closely with Governors. Members of Congress.