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State Inspection Programs
Establishments have the option to apply for Federal or State inspection. States operate under a cooperative agreement with FSIS. States' program must enforce requirements "at least equal to" those imposed under the Federal Meat and Poultry Products Inspection Acts. However, product produced under State inspection is limited to intrastate commerce. FSIS provides up to 50% of the State's operating funds, as well as training and other assistance.
Docket No. FSIS-2008-0039 | PDF (May 2, 2011)
Final Rule: Cooperative Inspection Programs: Interstate Shipment of Meat and Poultry Products Custom Exempt Review Process - FSIS Directive 5930.1 Revision 3 (PPT) | PDF
FSIS policy presentation to State Directors of Meat and Poultry Inspection.

Guidance for State & Local Agencies
FSIS provides guidance to State and local government agencies on the use of science-driven, risk-based approaches to the control of foodborne hazards.

Listing of Participating States
The list of the State meat and poultry inspection programs currently operating appears here.

Listing of States Without Inspection Programs
List of States which have given up their meat or poultry inspection programs or both. The USDA assumed the inspection function of these plants in addition to plants already under USDA inspection.

Reviews of State Programs
Information about comprehensive reviews of State meat and poultry inspection programs and summary reports; links to the most recent Annual Comprehensive Review and Determination Reports.

Requirements for State Programs
Information about the requirements for State cooperative inspection programs. Includes a list of State officials with complete contact information.


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