Statement from Health Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett on Food and Drug Administration's Opposition to Calorie Labeling Enforcement

August 15, 2017

“We are disappointed that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has filed a Statement of Interest opposing the City’s enforcement of its calorie labeling requirements. Though chain restaurants in New York City have been providing this information for nearly 10 years, and federal disclosure requirements have been in effect since 2010, the FDA has taken the position that chains can stop providing customers with critical nutrition information. Poor nutrition is fueling an epidemic of chronic diseases, and this basic information should be accessible and transparent to all. We feel confident that the court will support this common sense policy. New Yorkers shouldn’t have to wait and see if the FDA decides to enforce menu labeling nationally.”

Statement (PDF)