No. 34378 (5-year Review): Rule R70-410. Grading and Inspection of Shell Eggs with Standard Grade and Weight Classes

DAR File No.: 34378
Filed: 01/24/2011 04:00:04 PM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Section 4-4-1: The department shall establish grades and standards of quality, size, and weight governing the sale of eggs. Section 4-4-2: The department is authorized to make and enforce such rules that are necessary to administer this chapter. These two sections mandates that the department establish grades and standards. The best way to do this is through rulemaking.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No comments were received.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

The rule is necessary to provide an even playing field for Utah's egg producers, retailers, and consumers. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Agriculture and Food
Regulatory Services
350 N REDWOOD RD
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84116-3034

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Kyle Stephens at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7102, by FAX at 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Kathleen Mathews at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7103, by FAX at 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Richard Clark at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7150, by FAX at 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

Leonard Blackham, Commissioner

Effective:

01/24/2011

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