Corry Evening Journal in Corry, Pennsylvania

Chicken Dog Label Change Sparks Hearing Call

Washington AP reports a consumer advocate warns the government’s failure to hold hearings on hotdog labeling could yield to meat interests. Rev. Robert J. McEwen of the Consumer Federation of America urges public input on poultry content in hotdogs while current rules require listing all components in fine print. The debate centers on allowing chicken meat without bold labeling though other ingredients must be disclosed elsewhere. The administration’s proposals may be split from broader changes and could face hearings, though no decision has been announced.