In the December 13, 2017, Federal Register, FDA announced the termination of the Food Advisory Committee, established on March 6, 1992. The Agency has communicated that any relevant food issues in the future can be addressed by FDA's Science Board and/or FDA's Risk Communication Advisory Committee, with additional augmentation of expertise by appropriate subject-matter experts serving as temporary members on either of those committees. In addition, CFSAN will continue to hold workshops, meetings, conferences, and webinars to engage with its stakeholders. The rule was effective December 13, 2017.

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