The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is requesting (i) nominations for a non-voting industry representative to serve on the Food Advisory Committee and (ii) statements from organizations interested in participating in the selection process for the non-voting committee member.

The Food Advisory Committee evaluates data and makes recommendations on such matters as food ingredient safety; food and cosmetic labeling; nutritional issues; and exposure limits for food contaminants. Organizations that want to participate in the process should express their interest in writing by January 7, 2015. Nomination materials must be received by the same date. See Federal Register, December 8, 2014.

 

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For decades, manufacturers, distributors and retailers at every link in the food chain have come to Shook, Hardy & Bacon to partner with a legal team that understands the issues they face in today's evolving food production industry. Shook attorneys work with some of the world's largest food, beverage and agribusiness companies to establish preventative measures, conduct internal audits, develop public relations strategies, and advance tort reform initiatives.

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