Coalition Memo Supporting New York State Lead Legislation
This coalition memo encourages the New York State Legislature to pass S.7036A/A.7707A, which propose for the establishment of maximum limits of lead in spices that align with existing EU limits, during the 2024 legislative session.
02/13/2024 at 8:45 am
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