Food Quality Protection Act of 1996

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Food Quality Protection Act of 1996

• By Kelsea Mathews
• Period 6
• APES

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Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) of 1996

• Name Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA)
• Draft Year 1996
• Amendment Year Continues to achieve significant
  enhancements
• This is a international protection act
• Agency EPA

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FQPA Functions

• The Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) of 1996
  made stricter safety standards and a stronger
  existing pesticide tolerance. The FQPA focuses
  majorly on infants and younger youths. This act
  ensures that a safe and effective source of
  pesticides are available to support food supplies
  in the world while meeting Americas pest control
  needs. FQPA ensures that the food we eat is safe
  for consuming.