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In today’s hyper-aware environment, concerns about food and drug safety are paramount for both companies and consumers.  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulates the areas of biotech, food, and drug law. Additionally, laws including the 21st Century Cures Act, and cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Processes), regulate industry standards/norms in food, cosmetics, and other industry-sectors. Visitors to the National Law Review will find the latest analysis of news, legislation, and upcoming cases/litigation as it relates to this area of law.

With researchers searching for new energy solutions and other developments in biotech, visitors to the NLR will have the opportunity to read content surrounding biosimilars, natural fuel production, medical devices, biotechnology, nanotechnology and materials, and the pharmaceuticals industry. Additionally, content relating to food and drug laws, limits on chemical use in cosmetic products, and other general health/safety topics are covered by the National Law Review and are updated regularly. Additionally, food safety and imports to the United States are also discussed as they become relevant. 

In addition to general health, science, and food/drug, the industry is also closely related to many of the issues related to intellectual property law. New applications for patents, intellectual property, licensing laws, and other areas which are governed by the PTAB court, often crossover into the industry.

New developments in legislation, including the legalization of recreational marijuana has created a new area ripe for legal analysis.  Regulations on how recreational marijuana can be advertised and marketed, distributed and the kind of insurance coverage necessary for dispensaries.  Additionally, employer drug-testing and marijuana statutes have been a hot area of litigation covered by the National Law Review.  

General practices in marketing standards, compliance of federal and state laws/legislation, licensing collaborations, and news related to bringing new products to the market, in the US and abroad, are among the areas visitors to NLR will read about daily. Drug pricing, changes in production standards, regulatory compliance, food safety and handling, drug laws (legalization of marijuana, both recreational and medicinal in the workplace), and labeling and nutritional requirements, are among the many topics covered by the National Law Review daily.

Visitors will always find the latest, up-to-date, most comprehensive coverage on the site. And, news and stories which affect the US, companies which are regulated in the industry, and multinational/international companies, are detailed regularly for NLR readers.

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Recent Biotechnology, Food & Drug Administration FDA News

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Publication Date Organization Sort ascending
Jan
5
2024
Texas Urges Federal Court to Toss Tofurky Challenge of Labeling Law Keller and Heckman LLP
Nov
23
2016
FDA Publishes Biennial Uniform Compliance Date for 2017-2018 Food Labeling Regulations Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
17
2024
California's Proposition 65: A Regulatory Conundrum Keller and Heckman LLP
Dec
12
2016
Fishy Business: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Finalizes Seafood Traceability Rule Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
31
2024
FDA Revises Draft HARPC Guidance Keller and Heckman LLP
Jul
27
2020
AMS Proposes to Add “Sugarcane (Insect Resistant)” to the List of Bioengineered Foods Subject to Disclosure Under the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard Keller and Heckman LLP
Aug
18
2020
Australia Publishes Guide on Categorizing Chemicals for Food-Contact Articles Keller and Heckman LLP
Feb
2
2017
FDA Releases Tips for Industry on Crafting Food Guidance Documents Keller and Heckman LLP
Sep
11
2020
What are the Requirements for Using Aluminum Foil as a Functional Barrier? Keller and Heckman LLP
Mar
20
2024
Canada Grants its First Approval for Animal-Free Milk Protein Keller and Heckman LLP
Feb
23
2017
New Date Labeling Initiative Launched to Reduce Consumer Confusion Keller and Heckman LLP
Apr
2
2024
FSIS Updates Guidelines for Label Approval Keller and Heckman LLP
Mar
9
2017
USDA Delays Place Federal GMO Food Disclosure Rules in Limbo Keller and Heckman LLP
Oct
19
2020
FDA Issues Final Guidance on Allulose and Solicits Information for Rulemaking on Nutrition Labeling for Sugars That are Metabolized Differently Than Traditional Sugars Keller and Heckman LLP
Mar
21
2017
New Report Calls for Consistent Criteria to Identify EDCs Across All EU Laws Keller and Heckman LLP
Oct
23
2020
EFSA Updates Opinion on Styrene in FCMs Keller and Heckman LLP
Mar
24
2017
Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect American Agricultural Interests in Foreign Acquisitions Keller and Heckman LLP
Mar
31
2017
California Bill Would Prohibit Fluorinated Chemicals in Fast Food Packaging Keller and Heckman LLP
Apr
10
2017
Senate Ag Committee Chairman Calls on USDA to Provide Greater Flexibility in School Meals Keller and Heckman LLP
Nov
19
2020
New York State Drafts Rules for CBD in Foods and Dietary Supplements Keller and Heckman LLP
Apr
28
2017
FDA Delays Menu Labeling Rule Keller and Heckman LLP
Dec
16
2020
China Solicits Comments on Food-Contact Substances December 16, 2020 Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
4
2021
FDA Adds Three New Substances to its Inventory of Effective FCS Notifications January 4 Keller and Heckman LLP
May
23
2017
USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service New Directive Indicates Expanded Testing of Brazilian Beef Keller and Heckman LLP
Jun
5
2017
Maryland Bans Routine Antibiotic Use in Food-Producing Animals Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
25
2021
Wave of Class Action Lawsuits Alleging Deceptive Labeling of ‘Vanilla’ Products May be Coming to an End Keller and Heckman LLP
Jun
15
2017
California Bill Requiring Review of Food-Contact Materials containing PFASs Passes Assembly Keller and Heckman LLP
Jun
21
2017
FDA: No Plans to Reopen Nutrition Facts Label Rule Keller and Heckman LLP
 

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