1994 Alaska Statutes
TITLE 17 FOOD AND DRUGS
Chapter 17.07. FLOUR AND BREAD STANDARDS
Sec. 17.07.050. OMISSION OF INGREDIENTS TO PREVENT SHORTAGES.

If the department finds that there is an existing or imminent shortage of an ingredient required by AS 17.07.010 - 17.07.030 and that because of the shortage the sale and distribution of flour or white bread or rolls may be impeded by the enforcement of this chapter, the department shall issue an order to be effective immediately upon issuance permitting the omission of the ingredient from flour or white bread or rolls. If the department finds it necessary or appropriate, it may except these foods from labeling requirements until further order. These findings may be made without hearing, on the basis of an order or factual information supplied by the appropriate federal agency or officer. In the absence of an order of the appropriate federal agency or factual information supplied by it, the department on its own motion may, and upon receiving the sworn statements of at least five persons subject to this chapter that they believe a shortage exists or is imminent, shall, within 20 days after receiving the statements hold a public hearing, at which any interested person may present evidence. The department shall make findings based upon the evidence presented. The department shall publish notice of a hearing at least 10 days before the hearing.