While we are still mortified when we think of the recent recall of so many dog & cat foods our heads are still spinning, we're pleased to learn that something is being done.
"Under separate safety plans detailed by the Bush administration Tuesday, safety certification would be required for imported foods at risk. Foreign makers of toys and other common consumer products, too, could seek voluntary certification that they meet U.S. product safety standards in exchange for expedited entry into this country.
The plans are designed to toughen the way the government polices the $2 trillion worth of imports that arrive on U.S. shores each year from 150 countries - an import total that is growing.
The plans were developed in response to a spate of recalls over the last year involving not only contaminated fish and toys decorated with lead paint, but also toxic toothpaste, chemically spiked pet food ingredients, leaden novelty jewelry, defective tires and other goods."
We'd argue that such laws should have been in place....what...years ago, but we'll have to settle for better now than never.
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