In the News: July 21, 2014

Blog:  OpenFDA Provides Ready Access to Recall Data
July 16, FDA Voice
The FDA has joined the CPSC in offering access to data on recalled products.  Read about the new FDA release, and plans to further build out data releases from the agency…

Amid New Revelations about GM, Senators seek Jail Time for Product Safety Cover-ups
July 16, Miami Herald
GM returned to the hill last week to continue answering questions about the safety issues in their vehicles.  Read about the outcome of the hearing including new legislation that would make it a crime for a corporate officer to conceal product safety issues…

The Pros and Cons of the Consumer Protection Act
July 11, New Hampshire Business Review
According to one lawyer, the New Hampshire Consumer Protection Act is one of the most litigated statutes in the state and continues to evolve.  Read about the Act, what it sets out to do and how it might impact companies that do business there…

House Approves Amendment Banning Changes to Voluntary Recall Rules
July 16, Sports One Source
The CPSC is considering changes to the Voluntary Recall Rule which has some stakeholders concerned.  The U.S. House shares those concerns and passed an amendment to CPSC funding that would ban the agency from changing the rule-read the details here…

Blog: 6 Ways Collaboration can Boost Sustainability
July 16, Greenbiz.com
Sustainability within your supply chain can be an asset for your company and products.  Read some ways collaboration can help sustainability in your supply chain…

USDA Proposes Rule to Enhance Consumer Protection; Ensure Retailers Can Track Sources of Ground Meats
July 16, Food Consumer
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing new traceability rules that will help increase the timeliness of recalls.  Read about the proposed rules and their intended impact here…

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