Food Safety: The FDA says Midwest Poultry Services is recalling nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs from Texas farms after possible Salmonella Enteritidis contamination; products were sold at Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana and Brookshire Grocery locations in several states, with no illnesses reported so far. Public Health Policy: The U.S. House passed the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act (H.R. 2715), which would let the FDA order destruction of refused or unsafe imported products that pose a significant public health concern—an effort Louisiana lawmakers say targets “port shopping” loopholes. Child Health & Lead: A new Louisiana law starting Aug. 1, 2026 will require daycares to complete lead risk assessments and submit results for licensing after a Fox 8 Lead Astray investigation tied a daycare to severe lead poisoning. Weather & Health: Tropical Storm Bertha is moving toward Louisiana with flooding risk; officials are urging residents to review emergency plans and prepare now. Health Access & Care: Louisiana’s St. Landry Parish suspended animal control services due to budget constraints, a reminder that local funding gaps can affect public safety and community health.