Senate OKs Bill Overhauling Food Safety Rules

by David Welna, NPR

A long-delayed bill overhauling food safety regulations overcame a major hurdle Tuesday, when the Senate voted 73-25 to send it on to expected approval from the House. The bill expands the authority of the Food and Drug Administration and sets safety standards for imported food. It also exempts small farmers and farmers markets from new regulations.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, November 30, 2010