In a statement provided to The Hill, HHS officials said they first became aware of the surprise fees this week and held an emergency meeting in response. As a result, the agency instructed the federal register to void the rule.
“Small businesses who stepped up to fight COVID-19 should be applauded by their government, not taxed for doing so. I’m pleased to announce we have directed FDA to cease enforcement of these arbitrary, surprise user fees. Happy New Year, distilleries, and cheers to you for helping keep us safe!” said a HHS spokesman