Midwest Food Products Looking for Clarification on Exemption Rules in Governor's Executive Orders
Friday, March 20th, 2020 -- 11:05 AM
(Wisconsin Ag Connection) -The Midwest Food Products Association joined over 60 agribusiness and manufacturing trade associations requesting that state and federal officials clarify exemptions to rules that prevent the gathering of 50 or fewer people until the coronavirus emergency is over.The groups requested that, if necessary, a federal exemption from gathering bans and curfew be granted for human, animal and pet food manufacturing facilities, as well as facilities that produce essential consumer goods critical to mitigating the spread of COVID-19, so that we can ensure the continued supply of food, essential items, while also ensuring worker safety.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently recommended that gatherings be limited to 50 or fewer people, with exemptions for businesses. However, decisions to follow CDC guidance are made at the state and local level. States and localities are currently putting in place gathering restrictions, curfews and other limitations.
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