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FDA’s Proposed GRAS Rule- Mandatory Notifications, Expanded Scope, and Open Questions
What could a major change to the GRAS framework mean for food companies? In this episode, we unpack the FDA’s proposed rule that would transform the long-standing voluntary GRAS notification system into a mandatory one, while also expanding the scope of the program and creating a streamlined pathway for certain substances already on the market. We explore what the proposal could mean for companies relying on self-affirmed GRAS determinations, including new notification requirements, transition periods, potential post-market scrutiny, and longer FDA review timelines. The proposal also raises significant questions about FDA’s legal authority and whether the agency has the resources to manage a substantial increase in submissions. For food and ingredient companies, the rule could represent one of the most significant changes to the GRAS framework in decades, making it important to assess current GRAS determinations and prepare for what comes next.
Hosted by Simone Roach. Based on a blog post by Donnelly L. McDowell, Katie Rogers, and Cristina Ferretti.
31 Aug 2026
State Telemarketing Update- What to Know About Changes Coming in Pennsylvania
In this episode, we unpack upcoming developments in Pennsylvania that could reshape compliance obligations for companies that make marketing calls or work with telemarketing partners. As states continue to strengthen their consumer protection and telemarketing requirements, businesses should take a close look at their calling practices, consent procedures, vendor oversight, and compliance programs before the new rules take effect. The changes are another reminder that telemarketing compliance is increasingly a state-by-state challenge, and companies cannot afford to rely on a one-size-fits-all approach.
Hosted by Simone Roach. Alysa Z. Hutnik, Jennifer Rodden Wainwright, Brianna Robinson
28 Aug 2026
When Puffery Gets Sticky
When does harmless puffery turn into a claim that needs proof? In this episode, we unpack a recent NAD decision involving Howies Hockey’s “World’s Highest Quality” advertising claim and why context made all the difference. While NAD found the slogan was puffery when it appeared on its own, the same claim became an objective representation requiring substantiation when placed alongside specific, measurable claims about adhesive strength, durability, consistency, and other product attributes. The decision offers an important reminder for advertisers: even a broad boast may lose its puffery protection when the surrounding context gives consumers a reason to interpret it as a measurable promise about product performance.
Hosted by Simone Roach. Based on a blog post by Gonzalo E. Mon.
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