1. United States
2. Mich.
3. Letter

The suspension of the FDA's proficiency testing program for Grade "A" milk and dairy products due to staffing issues and budget cuts is deeply concerning. Ensuring the quality and safety of our food supply, especially for essential items like milk, should be a top priority. Without proper testing and oversight, we risk compromising public health through potential contamination or substandard products. This program plays a crucial role in maintaining consistency and accuracy across the nation's food safety laboratories. Restoring adequate funding to the FDA is imperative to reinstate this vital testing program. Budgetary constraints should not come at the expense of American consumers' wellbeing. We must prioritize the resources necessary for the FDA to fulfill its mandate of protecting the public from foodborne illnesses and other health risks associated with compromised food quality. I urge you to take immediate action to secure the funding required to resume the FDA's proficiency testing for milk and dairy products. Safeguarding the quality of our food supply is not only a matter of public health but also upholds consumer confidence and supports the integrity of the dairy industry. Please do not let budgetary pressures undermine this essential regulatory function.