21 USC 2104 - State and Federal cooperation

U.S Code last checked for updates: Apr 26, 2024

§ 2104.

State and Federal cooperation

(a)

In general

The Secretary shall work with the States in undertaking activities and programs that assist in improving the safety of food, including fresh and processed produce, so that State food safety programs and activities conducted by the Secretary function in a coordinated and cost-effective manner. With the assistance provided under subsection (b), the Secretary shall encourage States to—

(1)

establish, continue, or strengthen State food safety programs, especially with respect to the regulation of retail commercial food establishments; and

(2)

establish procedures and requirements for ensuring that processed produce under the jurisdiction of State food safety programs is not unsafe for human consumption.

(b)

Assistance

The Secretary may provide to a State, for planning, developing, and implementing such a food safety program—

(1)

advisory assistance;

(2)

technical assistance, training, and laboratory assistance (including necessary materials and equipment); and

(3)

financial and other assistance.

(c)

Service agreements

(Pub. L. 110–85, title X, § 1004, Sept. 27, 2007, 121 Stat. 964.)

cite as: 21 USC 2104