Inspection Acts, Related Laws and Guidance
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Federal Register Publications
Access FSIS policy documents, including notices, proposed rules, and interim and final rules.
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Federal Meat Inspection Act
Under the Federal Meat Inspection Act (FMIA), FSIS provides inspection for all meat products sold in interstate commerce, and reinspects imported products to ensure that they meet U.S. food safety standards.
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Poultry Products Inspection Act
Under the Poultry Products Inspection Act (PPIA), FSIS provides inspection for all poultry products sold in interstate commerce, and reinspects imported products to ensure that they meet U.S. food safety standards.
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Egg Products Inspection Act
Under the Egg Products Inspection Act (EPIA), FSIS inspects egg products sold in interstate commerce, and reinspects imported products to ensure that they meet U.S. food safety standards.
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Humane Methods of Livestock Slaughter Act
The Humane Methods of Livestock Slaughter Act of 1978 [7 USC 1901 – 1906] states that the handling and slaughtering of livestock are to be carried out only by humane methods.
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Executive Orders Small Business Protection Laws and Other Guidance
Summary of laws and executive orders governing the rulemaking process.
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