House Energy And Commerce Lists Infant Formula Crisis First In Stating FDA Oversight Priorities
Executive Summary
Infant formula supply shortage affecting US since early 2022 is first among multiple FDA concerns Energy and Commerce GOP leadership stated in plan submitted to Oversight and Rules Committee, as required in a standing House rule.
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