FDA (Food and Drug Administration)

the federal agency under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services responsible for protecting and promoting public health through the regulation and supervision of food safety, tobacco products, dietary supplements, prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical drugs (medications), vaccines, biopharmaceuticals, blood transfusions, medical devices, electromagnetic radiation emitting devices (ERED), cosmetics and veterinary products. On May 29, 1992, the FDA published its 'Guidance to Industry for Foods Derived from New Plant Varieties' statement of policy [17] The FDA determined that GE Foods were “substantially equivalent” to conventionally produced foods, so there was no material difference – and no labeling was required. After 2 decades, this policy is still in effect today. [18]