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CFPB Launches Website
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has launched its website at ConsumerFinance.gov . The new website highlights the agency’s focus on the consumer, and provides individuals with multiple tools to share…
USDA Proposal Would Require Meals Served at School to Meet More Stringent Nutrition Quality Standards
Last month, the Food and Nutrition Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) issued a proposed rule that would revise the meal patterns and nutrition requirements for the National School Lunch Program…
Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010
On January 31, 2011 the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 . A copy of the executive summary is available here…
CPSC Extends Stay of Enforcement for Lead-Content Testing
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC” or "Commission") has voted 4-1 to extend the stay of enforcement for third-party, lead-content testing on certain children’s products until December 31, 2011. Section 102…
USDA Issues Final Rule Regarding Biobased Product Labeling
On January 20, 2011, the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) issued a final rule regarding a voluntary product certification and labeling program for biobased products. The new rule creates a distinctive…