USDA proposes measures to lower salmonella in breaded raw chicken.

The US Department of Agriculture is proposing changes to limit the amount of salmonella bacteria in some chicken products, particularly breaded stuffed raw chicken products. The rule would declare salmonella an adulterant and apply to products that contain raw chicken that needs to be thoroughly cooked to destroy salmonella. The proposed rule will be open for public comment for the next 60 days. The National Chicken Council expressed "grave concerns" about the new proposed regulations, while Consumer Reports called it an "important first step." Salmonella causes more foodborne illness than any other bacteria, according to the CDC.