New law increases FDA control

The Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 (H.R.2749) was passed by a majority vote on Thursday, July 30. It specifies mandatory registration for products that come under the purview of the Food and Drug Administration.
It also gives FDA the power to recall as well as detain and seize food products.
Red meat, poultry and eggs, currently regulated by USDA, are not governed by the new law.