In the April 13, 2016, Federal Register, USDA's FSIS proposed to add Honduras to the list of countries eligible to export certain poultry products, such as slaughtered poultry or poultry parts, to the United States. After reviewing Honduras's laws, regulations, and inspection system, FSIS determined that they are equivalent to PPIA and its implementing regulations. Because the United States has assessed only Honduras's poultry slaughter establishments, however, Honduras would be eligible to export only raw poultry products to the United States should the rule become final. Comments are due June 13, 2016.
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