WASHINGTON — USDA is accepting nominations for the National Advisory Committee on Meat and Poultry Inspection (NACMPI). All applications need to be received by June 20, 2012, to receive consideration.
Nominations for membership to the committee are being sought from individuals representing academia, public health organizations, industry, state and local government officials, consumer organizations and the public. Federally registered lobbyists will not be considered for membership.
Established in 1971, NACMPI meets on food safety concerns and advises the secretary of agriculture on matters affecting federal and state inspection program activities. The advisory committee also contributes to USDA's regulatory policy development. . .