In November, 1952, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) consumer consultants were appointed in each field district to maintain communications with consumers and ensure that FDA considers their needs and problems.

This action was taken following the Supreme Court decision on Dec. 8, 1952, in U.S. v. Cardiff, the Court ruled that the factory inspection provision of the 1938 FDC Act is too vague to be enforced as criminal law.