In Re: The HSUS, et al. (Foie gras adulteration)
With overwhelming evidence that the birds raised for force-fed foie gras are diseased, and in light of a scientific study suggesting foie gras may pose increased health risks to those who consume it, the HSUS filed a rulemaking petition requesting the United States Department of Agriculture to declare foie gras an adulterated food product.
| Court or Agency: | United States Department of Agriculture |
| Plaintiff(s): | The HSUS, Farm Sanctuary, Animal Legal Defense Fund, NYU Student Animal Legal Defense Fund, Jessica Gorman, Doris Booth, Daniel Stahlie |
| Defendant: | United States Department of Agriculture |
| HSUS Counsel: | Peter Petersan & Carter Dillard |
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| Status: | Submitted; Awaiting Decision |