Stay informed on the latest federal and state legislative and regulatory developments that affect the food-away-from-home industry. This page serves as a central hub for timely updates and insights on government actions.
As a non-partisan organization, IFMA The Food Away from Home Association provides this information as a resource to support our members including manufacturers, operators, service providers, and supply chain partners. Bookmark this page for ongoing updates and industry-relevant policy news.
The Administration is seeking comments on specific variables relating to a possible Ultra-Processed Foods definition. Here are the areas for which it is seeking input, along with information about how to submit any comments.
We urge you to take the time to submit your comments so our industry voices are heard. Learn More
Join us each month for Navigating Regulatory & Trade Challenges where we break down the most pressing regulatory and trade issues affecting the FAFH industry. Led by IFMA The Food Away from Home Association’s Managing Editor Peter Romeo, President & CEO Phil Kafarakis, and food regulatory expert and food scientist, Dr. Joy Dubost. This webinar will give you clear, fact-based insights to help your business respond to today’s evolving policy landscape.
A roundup of regulatory developments affecting the food-away-from-home business, including policy changes that are part of the Administration’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative. The report is compiled and written by Dr. Joy Dubost, a renowned food scientist and registered dietitian with strong knowledge of what’s happening on the regulatory front.
A roundup of regulatory developments affecting the food-away-from-home business, including policy changes that are part of the Administration’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative.
Purchases of goods and services from food-away-from-home suppliers will increase by an inflation-adjusted 1.1% in 2026, with the most appreciable uptick coming from the onsite sector of the market, according to IFMA The Food Away from Home Associatio
Food-away-from-home advocates ranging from the James Beard Foundation to several state restaurant associations are joining forces to secure permission for the employment of immigrant food workers.
The Trump Administration is embarking on a campaign to roll back state laws perceived as dampening business beyond a jurisdiction’s borders, with a measure blasted by the food-away-from-home industry cited as a prime example.
Watch our monthly member webinar series - Navigating Regulatory & Trade Challenges where we break down the most pressing regulatory and trade issues affecting the FAFH industry.