Trade Regulation Rule on Misbranding and Deception as to Leather Content of Waist Belts

Résumé

The Federal Trade Commission (``Commission'') announces the commencement of a rulemaking proceeding for the trade regulation rule on Misbranding and Deception as to Leather Content of Waist Belts (``Leather Belt Rule'' or ``Rule''). The proceeding will address whether or not the Leather Belt Rule should be repealed. The Commission invites interested parties to submit written data, views, and arguments on how the Rule has affected consumers, businesses and others, and on whether there currently is a need for the Rule. This document includes a description of the procedures to be followed, an invitation to submit written comments, a list of questions and issues upon which the Commission particularly desires comments, and instructions for prospective witnesses and other interested persons who desire to participate in the proceeding.