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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 descending
Feb
20
2024
20 States Urge FDA to Take Action on Heavy Metals in Baby Food Keller and Heckman LLP
Nov
9
2016
FSMA Update: FDA Issues Q & A Draft Guidance Regarding Food Facility Registration Keller and Heckman LLP
Jul
6
2020
FDA Asks OMB to Approve Certain Information Collection Techniques to Support Further Research into Consumer Behavior Regarding Food and Other Areas Keller and Heckman LLP
Dec
9
2016
FDA Issues Draft Guidance on FCN Submissions for Substances Intended to Contact Infant Food Keller and Heckman LLP
Dec
15
2016
FDA Issues Final Guidance for Voluntary Qualified Importer Program Under FSMA Keller and Heckman LLP
Jul
24
2020
FDA Issues Final Compliance Policy Guide on the Use of The Seafood List to Determine Acceptable Seafood Names Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
4
2017
FDA Adds Eight New Substances to its Inventory of Effective FCS Notifications - January 2017 Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
13
2017
FDA Issues Revised Draft Guidance for Control of Listeria monocytogenes in Ready-To-Eat Foods Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
23
2017
Looming Deadline for TSCA "Polymer Exemption" Notification Keller and Heckman LLP
Aug
24
2020
Independent Testing of Well-Known Beverages Provides Further Evidence of CBD Products Not Meeting Label Claims for Cannabidiol Content Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
27
2017
Trump Administration Issues Regulatory Freeze Memo; FCNs Not Affected Keller and Heckman LLP
Aug
27
2020
Miyoko’s Creamery Wins Right to Use the Term “Vegan Butter” Keller and Heckman LLP
Sep
24
2020
City of Berkeley First in the U.S. to Pass Ordinance Banning Junk Food in Checkout Lanes Keller and Heckman LLP
May
7
2024
FDA Finalizes Ag Water Rule Keller and Heckman LLP
Feb
28
2017
Food and Beverage Alliance Asks FDA to Extend PCHF and FVSP Compliance Dates Keller and Heckman LLP
Oct
7
2020
FDA and Mexico Strengthen Food Safety Partnership by Signing Statement of Intent Keller and Heckman LLP
Mar
14
2017
FSIS Increases Beef Import Inspection From Certain Countries: USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service Keller and Heckman LLP
Apr
7
2017
Animal Welfare Institute Calls for Greater Humane Slaughter Enforcement in New Report Keller and Heckman LLP
Nov
18
2020
California Federal Court Hears Motion to Dismiss Class Action on “Manufactured in USA” Claims by Bigelow Tea Keller and Heckman LLP
Nov
24
2020
FDA Launches Study of Foodborne Pathogens in Partnership with Californian Stakeholders Keller and Heckman LLP
Apr
21
2017
Beverage Industry Critiques Study Tying Diet Soda Consumption to Stroke and Dementia Keller and Heckman LLP
Apr
27
2017
Maine Seeks Modification to USDA SNAP (Food Stamp) Benefits Keller and Heckman LLP
May
2
2017
FDA Formally Extends Menu Labeling Compliance Date to 2018 Keller and Heckman LLP
Dec
21
2020
FDA Guidance: Use of “Potassium Salt” as an Alternate Name for “Potassium Chloride” in Food Labeling Keller and Heckman LLP
May
21
2017
Are There Regulations Concerning the Size of Food on a Label? Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
11
2021
California Proposes Limits on the “Short-Form” Warning Option under Proposition 65 Keller and Heckman LLP
Jan
13
2021
UK Announces Procedure for Authorization of New FCMs Keller and Heckman LLP
Feb
9
2021
Gerber and Plum Hit with Consumer Class-Action Lawsuits in Wake of Congressional Report on Heavy Metals in Baby Food Keller and Heckman LLP
 

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