Laws and Regulations Committee Update – September 1 – 2, 2020
September 1, 2020
Federal Register
Environmental Protection Agency
Notices
Intent to Suspend Certain Pesticide Registrations
- – Filed on: 09/01/2020 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/02/2020
FR Document: 2020-19370 PDF 24 Pages (136 KB) Permalink
Pesticide Registration Review
- – Draft Human Health and/or Ecological Risk Assessments for Several Pesticides
Filed on: 09/01/2020 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/02/2020
FR Document: 2020-19371 PDF 7 Pages (98 KB) Permalink
- – Draft Human Health and/or Ecological Risk Assessments for Strychnine
Filed on: 09/01/2020 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/02/2020
FR Document: 2020-19388 PDF 6 Pages (104 KB) Permalink
- – Proposed Interim Decisions for Several Pesticides
Filed on: 09/01/2020 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/02/2020
FR Document: 2020-19374 PDF 7 Pages (108 KB) Permalink
FDA
Import Screening Pilot Unleashes the Power of Data and Leverages Artificial Intelligence
FSIS
FSIS Recognizes September as Food Safety Education Month
Recalls
| Product Recalled | Date of Recall |
| 022-2020 Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods Recalls Chicken Salad Product Due to Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen | Aug 31, 2020 |
AMS
USDA Issues a Packers and Stockyards Complaint Against Richard Gresham., d/b/a H & D Cattle Company
USDA Files Action Against Martinez Fresh Produce LLC in Texas for Alleged PACA Violations
USDA
USDA Names Dr. Spiro Stefanou as New ERS Administrator
GAO
COVID-19: Brief Update on Initial Federal Response to the Pandemic
@FrankYiannasFDA
- · Commissioner @SteveFDA writes about a #SmarterFoodSafety proof-of-concept we’ve just completed on import screening that indicates AI/ML could almost triple the likelihood we’ll identify a shipment containing products of public health concern. https://www.fda.gov/news-events/fda-voices/import-screening-pilot-unleashes-power-data-and-leverages-artificial-intelligence
- · When we talk about Smarter Food Safety, we’re not talking about things that can’t be done. They’re already happening. Modern approaches for modern times…that will ultimately benefit consumers. https://www.fda.gov/food/new-era-smarter-food-safety/new-era-smarter-food-safety-blueprint
- · [RT @TransparentPath]: Great read from @KellyHensel in session with @FrankYiannasFDA, deputy commissioner of the FDA. “The future of food safety is that it must be both high tech and high touch.” #foodsafety #supplychaintechnology https://shift20.iftevent.org/posts/smarter-food-safety-will-be-tech-enabled-people-led?PostID
@US_FDA
- · September is #NationalFoodSafetyandEducationMonth! This month help us take an active role in preventing foodborne illness by following simple food safety tips that can help lower you and your family’s chance of getting sick. https://go.usa.gov/xGYJU
- · #TrailMix anyone? Not only is this mix of nuts good for your heart, but it’s also a great source of protein. https://go.usa.gov/xfUKd #NationalTrailMixDay
- · [RT @FDACosmetics] As you head to the beach one last time, watch out for retail shops offering black #henna temporary tattoos. These tattoos can leave permanent scars. https://go.usa.gov/xywfa
@SecretarySonny
- · [RT @USDA] This unprecedented move will help ensure – no matter what the situation is on-the-ground – children have access to nutritious food as the country recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2020/08/31/usda-extends-free-meals-kids-through-december-31-2020
September 2, 2020
Federal Register
Agricultural Marketing Service
Proposed Rules
Paper and Paper-Based Packaging Promotion, Research and Information Order:
Continuance Referendum
Filed on: 09/02/2020 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/03/2020
FR Document: 2020-17547 PDF 5 Pages (76.8 KB) Permalink
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Notices
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals:
Export Health Certificate for Animal Products
Filed on: 09/02/2020 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 09/03/2020
FR Document: 2020-19483 PDF 4 Pages (65.8 KB) Permalink
FDA
Virtual Town Hall Series – Immediately in Effect Guidance on Coronavirus (COVID-19) Diagnostic Tests
Warning Letters
| Posted Date | Issue Date | Company | Issuing Office | Subject |
| 09/01/2020 | 08/14/2020 | Revival Products, Inc. | Office of Human and Animal Food Operations – East Division 3 | CGMP/Dietary Supplement/Adulterated/Misbranded |
FSIS
Recalls
| Product Recalled | Date of Recall | Retail Distribution List |
| 022-2020 Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods Recalls Chicken Salad Product Due to Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen | Aug 31, 2020 | Sep 01, 2020 |
USDA
Federal Agencies Outline Plan to Help Farmers of Seasonal and Perishable Fruits and Vegetables
National Academies
Allocating a Vaccine for COVID-19: Public Comment Opportunity
@FDA_ORA
- · FDA’s Total Diet Study (TDS) is an ongoing program that monitors levels of about 800 contaminants/nutrients found in the average US diet. The data collected helps focus #FoodSafety programs/policies: https://go.usa.gov/xfGJC #NFSEM
- · [RT @CDC] Onion Outbreak Update: 1,012 people sick in 47 states. Do not eat recalled onions or foods made with them. Check to see if you have recalled food and throw it out: https://bit.ly/2XDxQ2u.
- · [RT @CDC] Beware of some alcohol-based hand sanitizers being packaged in food or beverage containers, including children’s snack packages. Some also contain food flavors. Drinking even a small amount of hand sanitizer can be deadly or cause serious illness. https://go.usa.gov/xGrsH
- · [RT @FDACosmetics] Since you’re already in #backtoschool preparation mode, why not test your knowledge of cosmetics safety? Take the quiz here: https://go.usa.gov/xRpzt