New York moves to fix confusing food expiration labels

New York lawmakers passed a measure to try and clear confusion around food labels. ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT)- Food experts say confusing date labels may be leading many people to throw away food that is still safe to eat. There are no federal regulations requiring standard date labels, which can lead people to toss food before it has actually gone bad. The labels vary by state and are set by food manufacturers. New York lawmakers recently passed a measure aimed at clearing up confusion around food date labels.