No. 40149 (5-year Review): Rule R70-410. Grading and Inspection of Shell Eggs with Standard Grade and Weight Classes

DAR File No.: 40149
Filed: 01/20/2016 08:42:47 AM

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 4-2-2 authorizes the department to make rules necessary to establish grades and standards for the quality, size, and weight of the sale of eggs. The rule establishes packaging and labeling requirements. Testing for salmonella will be done.

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 have been received by the department since the last five-year review of the rule.

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

This rule is necessary to ensure that the consumer knows the quality, size, and weight of the eggs being purchased. 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:

• 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]
• Cary Wise at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7144, by FAX at , or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Travis Waller at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7150, by FAX at 801-538-7124, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Scott Ericson at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7102, by FAX at 801-538-7126, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Effective:

01/20/2016

Authorized by:

LuAnn Adams, Commissioner

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