This funding advances state animal food regulatory programs to fully implement and maintain the Animal Food Regulatory Program Standards (AFRPS) within 5 years. It supports projects that develop standardized processes and systems to integrate federal and state regulatory efforts, fostering mutual reliance. The goal is to strengthen food safety, promote regulatory compliance, and prevent foodborne illnesses through enhanced collaboration and coordination with the FDA and other partners.
Eligible applicants are state governments focused on animal food regulatory programs aiming to implement and maintain AFRPS standards.
