No. 40269 (5-year Review): Rule R70-380. Grade A Condensed and Dry Milk Products and Condensed and Dry Whey

DAR File No.: 40269
Filed: 03/16/2016 07:31:02 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 4-3-2 authorizes the department to make rules for the enforcement of the Dairy Act. The Utah Dairy Act (Title 4, Chapter 3) requires that rules be made regarding the manufacturing, distribution and processing of dairy products.

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 sets forth the oversight requirements for the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food to ensure the safe, sanitary manufacture of Grade A condensed and dry milk and condensed and dry whey products. This includes appropriate facilities and proper processing procedures to ensure the safety of the end consumer. 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]
• 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:

03/16/2016

Authorized by:

LuAnn Adams, Commissioner

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