STAT+: Grocers are pushing legislation they claim would enhance food safety. Advocates say it would gut FDA rules

STAT April 16, 2024
Nicholas Florko

WASHINGTON – In the last decade, Americans have been sickened by salmonella from cucumbers, listeria from Mexican-style cheese, and E. coli from romaine lettuce. Now, it would seem that Washington is finally getting serious about making sure the Food and Drug Administration has the power to promptly investigate and respond to foodborne outbreaks.

Last month, a bipartisan group of lawmakers in the House introduced the “Food Traceability Enhancement Act.” The lobby representing food...

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