§7413 Issuance of orders

Summary

The Secretary may make and change orders that apply to producers, the first handlers and others in the marketing chain, and to importers if imports are covered under section 7415(f). Each order must apply nationwide. A proposed order can come from the Secretary, a group of producers, or anyone who would be affected. If the Secretary finds the proposal fits the purpose of this law, the Secretary will publish it in the Federal Register and ask the public for comments. The Secretary may consider other federal programs when deciding. After reviewing comments, the Secretary will prepare a final order that follows this subchapter. If it fits the purpose, the Secretary will issue it. Except when an initial referendum is required under section 7417(a), the final order must be issued and take effect within 270 days after the proposed order was published. The Secretary may later amend orders under section 7422.