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NY S05602
Bill
Status
3/8/2023
Primary Sponsor
Leroy Comrie
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AI Summary
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Establishes a 13-member advisory board on food safety protection and inspection within the Department of Agriculture and Markets.
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Board composition includes 7 members appointed by the governor (including at least 2 from state research universities, 1 from retail food industry, 1 from food manufacturing/processing, and 1 farmer), 4 members appointed by legislative leaders (2 each by Assembly Speaker and Senate Temporary President, 1 each by minority leaders).
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Board shall advise the commissioner on food safety policy, examine adequacy of department food safety protection and inspection, and recommend changes to administration, staffing levels, and state food safety laws and regulations.
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Invites representatives from county/municipal health departments, FDA, USDA Food Safety Inspection Service, and New York State Department of Health to attend meetings as ex officio members.
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All board appointments must be completed within 180 days of the act's effective date, with initial meeting to be held within 30 days after all appointments are completed.
Legislative Description
Requires the creation of a thirteen member advisory board within the department of agriculture and markets on food safety and inspection programs; establishes such board is to advise, counsel and confer with the commissioner of agriculture and markets on matters dealing with enforcement of laws and regulations regarding food safety and protection and shall make recommendations regarding any necessary statutory or regulatory changes.
Last Action
REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE
1/3/2024