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Oh, SNAP! USDA Is Continuing to Fight Against Payment of Full November SNAP Benefits
Despite the Senate’s passage of a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through January 30, 2026, and the House’s likely passage of a similar ...
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Oh, SNAP! USDA To Issue Partial November SNAP Benefits
The ongoing federal government shutdown, which will set a record tomorrow for the longest one in history, is currently impacting approximately 42 million SNAP beneficiaries ...
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October Food and Agriculture Regulatory Recap
OFW’s Food & Agriculture team regularly monitors announcements and policy issuances from FDA, USDA, and other agencies to keep our clients apprised of regulatory developments ...
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Oh, SNAP! 22 States, the District of Columbia, and Three Governors File Suit to Compel USDA to Issue November 2025 SNAP Benefits
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, provides nutrition assistance to over 42 million Americans, including children, seniors, and ...
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USDA’s Plan to Fortify the American Beef Industry
Last week, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins – alongside Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., ...
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Oh, SNAP! Impacts of the Federal Government Shutdown on SNAP Beneficiaries
The ongoing federal government shutdown is placing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in a precarious position. As the shutdown stretches into its third week, ...
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Examining FDA’s New Alternative Tools for Drug Pre-Approval and Pre-License Inspections
In late March 2025, The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) announced that it would cut 3,500 full-time Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) ...
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CANNASWEEP
September 2025 OFW’s Cannabis Team regularly monitors cannabis news, legislation, regulation, and policy so our clients stay up-to-date on the latest developments impacting their business. If you ...
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September Food and Agriculture Regulatory Recap
OFW’s Food & Agriculture team regularly monitors announcements and policy issuances from FDA, USDA, and other agencies to keep our clients apprised of regulatory developments ...
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How will USDA operate during a government shutdown?
Congress’ failure to reach an agreement on appropriations funding means that federal government will begin the new fiscal year on October 1 in a “shutdown.” ...
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USDA Inspection Readiness Checklist for Meat, Poultry & Egg Product Establishments
Your facility has invested millions in equipment, processes, and personnel to meet the highest food safety standards. Yet falling short on USDA inspection can trigger ...
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USDA Compliance and FSIS Compliance and Enforcement: What Every Food Producer Must Know
Your food production facility operates under the strictest safety standards. You’ve invested in equipment, training, and processes. Yet one FSIS inspection noncompliance record can trigger ...
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What is FDA Compliance? Complete Guide for Food Companies
Your food company operates with the highest quality standards and proven manufacturing processes. Yet one FDA compliance gap can trigger warning letters, product seizures, and ...
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USDA-FSIS Publishes Guidance on Applying for Federal Inspection
Suppose you are interested in producing meat, poultry, and/or egg products for commercial sale. In that case, chances are you will be required to apply ...
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USDA Labeling Requirements: Complete Guide for Meat, Poultry & Egg Products
Your meat or poultry processing facility produces premium products with exceptional quality control and safety standards. Yet one USDA labeling violation can trigger product recalls, ...
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August Food and Agriculture Regulatory Recap
OFW’s Food & Agriculture team regularly monitors announcements and policy issuances from FDA, USDA, and other agencies to keep our clients apprised of regulatory developments ...
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DOJ RFI Seeks Input on State Laws Affecting the National Economy; Opportunity to Address State Patchwork Impacting the Food Industry
On August 15, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), a Request for Information on State Laws Having Significant Adverse Effects on the National Economy ...
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CANNASWEEP
August 2025 OFW’s Cannabis Team regularly monitors cannabis news, legislation, regulation, and policy so our clients stay up-to-date on the latest developments impacting their business. If you ...
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July Food and Agriculture Regulatory Recap
OFW’s Food & Agriculture team regularly monitors announcements and policy issuances from FDA, USDA, and other agencies to keep our clients apprised of regulatory developments ...
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CANNASWEEP
June & July 2025 OFW’s Cannabis Team regularly monitors cannabis news, legislation, regulation, and policy so our clients stay up-to-date on the latest developments impacting their business. ...
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June Food and Agriculture Regulatory Recap
OFW’s Food & Agriculture team regularly monitors announcements and policy issuances from FDA, USDA, and other agencies to keep our clients apprised of regulatory developments ...
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Oh, SNAP! FNS Confirms that Cannabis-Derived Products Are Not SNAP Eligible
USDA and the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) have been quite active during the first few months of Brooke Rollins’ tenure as Secretary of the ...
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May Food and Agriculture Regulatory Recap
OFW’s Food & Agriculture team regularly monitors announcements and policy issuances from FDA, USDA, and other agencies to keep our clients apprised of regulatory developments ...
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CANNASWEEP
May 2025 OFW’s Cannabis Team regularly monitors cannabis news, legislation, regulation, and policy so our clients stay up-to-date on the latest developments impacting their business. If you ...
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April Food and Agriculture Regulatory Recap
OFW’s Food & Agriculture team regularly monitors announcements and policy issuances from FDA, USDA, and other agencies to keep our clients apprised of regulatory developments ...
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