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The Congressmen who saved us from HR2749

Posted on August 24, 2009 by Bob McCauley

The Congressmen who saved us from HR2749 . . . for now.
We were saved from this monstrosity, but it will be back. Trust me. Continue reading →

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HR 2749 – We dodged a Bullet – but…

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Bob McCauley

H.R. 2749, the Food Safety Enhancement Act failed to garner the necessary 2/3s vote of members voting and present in favor of the bill,which is required when legislation is brought to the House floor for a vote under the Suspension of the Rules. Continue reading →

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Benzene in soft drinks warrants FDA warning

Posted on April 26, 2006 by Bob McCauley

Suzanne Havala Hobbs , Correspondent Benzene is in some soft drinks and other beverages sold in the United States , many of them consumed regularly by children. That simple statement alone should be enough to prompt swift and serious action … Continue reading →

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FDA finds benzene in soft drinks

Posted on March 15, 2006 by Bob McCauley

BY DAVID GOLDSTEIN Knight Ridder Newspapers WASHINGTON- When small amounts of benzene, a known cancer-causing chemical, were found in some soft drinks 16 years ago, the Food and Drug Administration never told the public. That’s because the beverage industry told … Continue reading →

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