FDA proposes two new safety rules in response to the Food Safety Modernization Act . `` The health of our families is too important not to take the steps we 're announcing today . '' Fifteen percent of food supply comes from overseas , including 20 % of fresh vegetables . The FDA is proposing that all imported foods be tested for bacteria and viruses before they are sold or shipped.
FDA proposes two new safety rules in response to the Food Safety Modernization Act . Fifteen percent of food supply comes from overseas , including 20 % of fresh vegetables . The FDA is proposing that all imported foods be tested for bacteria and viruses before they are sold or shipped.