Meat Inspection Act
/ˈmiːt ɪnˈspɛkʃən ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A U.S. federal law enacted to ensure sanitary conditions and proper labeling in meat processing and distribution.
The Meat Inspection Act was passed to protect consumers from contaminated meat products.
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- meat inspection act
- meat inspection acts
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Commentary
Often cited in food law and public health contexts, the Act sets standards for federal inspection of meat to prevent adulteration and misbranding.
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