FDA Seeks Approval for Tobacco Research Industry Discussions
Published Date: 9/19/2025
Notice
Summary
The FDA is asking for approval to collect info from meetings with tobacco product makers and researchers. This helps keep tabs on new tobacco product research and development. If approved, it won’t cost businesses extra money but will keep things clear and organized.
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FDA collects tobacco R&D meeting info
The FDA is asking OMB to approve collecting information from meetings with tobacco product makers and researchers so it can track new tobacco product research and development. The notice says that if OMB clears the collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act, it will not impose extra costs on businesses and will help keep records clear and organized.
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