by Emily Stone | Jun 23, 2026 | Ag & Food Law Update, Cottage Foods, Emily Stone, Food Safety, Food Safety and Inspection Service
On June 4, 2026, Colorado’s governor signed into law HB26-1033, titled the “Expanding the Colorado Cottage Foods Act” and often referred to as the “Tamale Act.” This legislation expands Colorado’s Cottage Foods Act to allow products like tamales, burritos, and tortas...
by Emily Stone | Jun 9, 2026 | Emily Stone, Food and Nutrition Service, Nutrition Programs, United States Department of Agriculture
On May 8, 2026, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) published final rulemaking that updated stocking requirements for authorized retailers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The final rule, titled “Updated Staple Food Stocking...
by Emily Stone | May 19, 2026 | Federal Food Drug & Cosmetic Act, Food and Drug Administration, Food Foundations, Food Safety, Research Fellows
Emily Whitest, Research Fellow If you’ve ever read an ingredient list on the back of a bottle of salad dressing or a box of crackers and felt confused, you are not alone. The regulatory world of food ingredients is a complex web of federal regulations and statutes....
by Emily Stone | May 5, 2026 | 'MAHA' Movement, Alternative Proteins, Cottage Foods, Emily Stone, Food Labeling, Food Safety
As it reaches the point of the year when most states are wrapping up their 2026 legislative sessions, there are several noteworthy food-related laws that have been passed and enacted. This article will specifically highlight legislation concerning alternative...
by Emily Stone | Apr 21, 2026 | Emily Stone, Food Foundations, Food Labeling, International Trade
The global nature of our food supply has been on full display over the past year. As tariff and trade uncertainties have dominated our national conversation, one issue that has arisen is the use of geographic indicators on certain products. This article will give an...
