Why was the Food Safety Modernization Act passed? Check all that apply. Many citizens are in danger of contracting a food-borne
illness. More people are living with chronic illnesses. Our food is no longer imported from foreign countries. Pathogens are becoming stronger and harder to defeat. Food-borne illnesses are not seen as a health threat.
Many citizens are in danger of contracting a food-borne illness
More people are living with chronic illnesses
Pathogens are becoming stronger and harder to defeat
Explanation:
The Food Safety Modernization Act was passed in January 2011, giving the FDA new authorities to regulate the way foods are grown, harvested and processed. It was passed because many citizens are in danger of contracting a food-borne illness, more people are living with chronic illnesses, and pathogens are becoming stronger and harder to defeat.
