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Congress established the National Advisory Committee on Meat
and Poultry in 1971 under authority of the Federal Meat and Inspection Act (FMIA)
and the Poultry Products Inspection Acts (PPIA). Both acts require the Secretary
of Agriculture to consult with an advisory committee before issuing product
standards and labeling changes or any matters affecting federal and state
program activities.
Membership in the Committee has been broadened to provide
greater representation from state and consumer interests. The addition of
representatives from state and consumer interests will result in more
substantial contributions to USDA’s regulatory policy development. The Committee
will serve as a forum for significant sharing of ideas and insight about how our
regulatory system can best serve both consumers and industry. The public is
invited to participate in this process by making comments and suggestions in
writing or by attending one of the meetings.
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