Number: RS22600
Title: The Federal Food Safety System: A Primer
Authors: Geoffrey S. Becker, Resources, Science, and Industry Division; Donna V. Porter, Domestic Social Policy Division 
Abstract: Numerous bills addressing various aspects of food safety have been introduced into the first session the 110th Congress, including proposals to reorganize oversight authorities, increase funding, tighten regulation of imported foods, and establish new authorities for enforcement, recall, and notification regarding adulterated foods, among others. Portions of several proposals have become law; more sweeping changes in the federal food safety system are still under consideration in 2008.
Pages: 6
Date: June 9, 2008