[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1994, Book I)]
[February 24, 1994]
[Page 319]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]



Nomination for Administrator of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health 
Services Administration
February 24, 1994

    The President today announced his intention to nominate Nelba R. 
Chavez, of San Francisco, as Administrator of the Substance Abuse and 
Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in the Department of 
Health and Human Services.
    ``Dr. Chavez' broad range of experiences in the areas of mental 
health and substance abuse will provide valuable perspective in 
addressing these problems,'' the President said. ``Her dedication to 
these issues will be a great benefit in her new position.''

Note: A biography of the nominee was made available by the Office of the 
Press Secretary.