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Texas Food Truck Operators Celebrate New Laws Aimed at Boosting Business, But Safety Concerns Rise

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Longview, Texas—Food truck operators in Longview are optimistic about two new state laws aimed at reducing regulatory burdens, believing these changes will foster business growth. However, city officials express concerns regarding potential impacts on customer safety due to the shift in oversight. In the recent legislative session, Texas lawmakers passed House Bill 2844, also referred to as the Food Truck Freedom Bill. This law transfers the responsibility of permitting, regulation, and inspection of food trucks from local municipalities to the Texas Department of State Health Services. Starting in July 2026, food truck vendors will be … Read more

Lawsuit Unveils USDA’s Alleged Deception in Beef Industry Marketing as Environmental Concerns Rise

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WASHINGTON — The Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF) and Earthjustice are taking legal action against the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) over its failure to respond to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request regarding the Beef Checkoff program. This federal initiative directs millions into the advertising efforts of the beef industry each year. ALDF submitted its request in January 2025, but the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), a USDA agency, did not comply within the mandated 20-business-day timeframe. The lawsuit seeks to obtain crucial information that would clarify the USDA’s involvement in promoting agricultural practices … Read more