Laws and Regulations Committee Update – March 1 – 2, 2021
March 1, 2021
Federal Register
Agricultural Marketing Service
Proposed Rules
Fees for Supervision of Official Inspection and Weighing Services Performed by Delegated States and/or Designated Agencies, Miscellaneous Fees for Other Services, and Removal of Specific Fee References
Filed on: 03/01/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/02/2021
FR Document: 2021-03537 PDF 13 Pages (114 KB) Permalink
Notices
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals
Filed on: 03/01/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/02/2021
FR Document:2021-04248 PDF2 Pages (75.7 KB) Permalink
Food Safety and Inspection Service
Proposed Rules
Internet Access at Official Establishments and Plants
Filed on: 03/01/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/02/2021
FR Document: 2021-03609 PDF 23 Pages (186 KB) Permalink
FDA
FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Third COVID-19 Vaccine
Recalls
| Date | Brand Name | Description | Product Type | Recall Reason | Company |
| 02/27/2021 | El Abuelito, El Viejito and more | Queso Fresco, Quesillo, and Requeson Products | Food & Beverages | Listeria monocytogenes | El Abuelito Cheese |
FSIS
Feb 26, 2021 | PDF
- FSIS Launches Updated Website
- FSIS to Announce the Internet Access at Official Establishments and Plants Proposed Rule
- Tips for a Faster Label Approval Process
@FDA_ORA
- #DYK? @US_FDA has a dedicated task force closely monitoring the market for fraudulent products as part of our #COVID19 response. LEARN MORE this #NCPW2021: https://go.usa.gov/xsxme
- Job Alert! #FDAORA is recruiting for Consumer Safety Officers across the US! This position serves as FDA rep on food, drug, medical device & biologic product investigations. College degree & 30 credit hours in science required. APPLY TODAY! https://go.usa.gov/xs9TU
@FDAfood
- Now introducing … the new Nutrition Facts label! The refreshed look and updated information can help you make informed choices about foods and beverages. Look for it where you shop Learn more here: https://go.usa.gov/xs9Na #NationalNutritionMonth
@FDAanimalhealth
- DYK that some peanut butters contain xylitol as a sweetener, which is toxic to dogs? Make sure you check the label of your PB before you give it to your dog #PeanutButterLoversDay
March 2, 2021
Federal Register
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Proposed Rules
Elimination of the Voluntary Trichinae Certification Program
Filed on: 03/02/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/03/2021
FR Document: 2021-03772 PDF 6 Pages (87.3 KB) Permalink
FDA
Recalls
| Date | Brand Name | Description | Product Type | Recall Reason | Company |
| 03/01/2021 | Quaker | Rice Crisps Sweet Barbecue Flavor | Food & Beverages, Allergens, Snack Food Item | May Contain Undeclared Soy Ingredients | The Quaker Oats Company |
| 03/01/2021 | Vitakraft | Vita Smart Hedgehog Food | Animal & Veterinary | Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella | Vitakraft Sun Seed Inc. |
FSIS
Milky Way International Trading Corp. Recalls Canned Corned Beef Products Imported Without Benefit of Inspection
OMB
| AGENCY: EPA-OCSPP | RIN: 2070-AK67 | Status: Pending Review |
| TITLE: Reporting and Recordkeeping for Perfluoroalkyl or Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Under Section 8(a)(7) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) | ||
| STAGE: Proposed Rule | ECONOMICALLY SIGNIFICANT: No | |
| ** RECEIVED DATE: 03/01/2021 | LEGAL DEADLINE: Statutory |
GAO
@DrWoodcockFDA
- Outbreak Update: El Abuelito Cheese, Inc. announced the expansion of their recall to cover additional products that are manufactured or handled in the same facility as the Queso Fresco products linked to the Listeria outbreak. https://go.usa.gov/xsNbX
- Ask your retailer if any Queso Fresco or Quesillo cheese you may have purchased was repackaged from the cheeses recalled by El Abuelito. If you are unable to obtain an answer, do not buy it and throw away the potentially recalled cheese you have at home.
@SecVilsack
- We are grateful to have Dewayne and Andy join the team to help us transform America’s food system, create fairer markets for all producers, and ensure equity across the Department.
- [RT @USDA]: Welcome Dr. Dewayne Goldmon who has just been announced as Senior Advisor for Racial Equity to the Secretary of Agriculture and Andy Green as Senior Advisor for Fair and Competitive Markets https://go.usa.gov/xs5Af
@FDA_ORA
- Today is National #PeanutButterLoversDay. Most people are aware of #NutAllergies, but #DYK there are other food allergens to be aware of? FDA has more info re: #FoodAllergies. LEARN MORE: https://go.usa.gov/xdk3Y