FSIS Seeks to Renew Boring Old Labeling Paperwork Rules
Published Date: 10/2/2025
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Summary
FSIS is asking to renew its paperwork rules for marking, labeling, and packaging meat, poultry, and egg products—no changes, just a fresh approval. This affects businesses that handle these foods and need to get their labels approved and keep records. The current approval expires February 28, 2026, so the renewal keeps things running smoothly without extra costs or new rules.
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