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The Laws and Regulations Committee (L&R) is dedicated to the development of uniform models for voluntary adoption by the states. These laws and regulations range from the basic weights and measures law to specific laws and regulations for Weighmasters, commodity regulations, price scanners, unit pricing, engine fuel and automotive lubricants and more. These model laws and regulations are published in NIST Handbook 130, Uniform Laws and Regulations. Additionally, the L&R Committee addresses test procedures for verifying the actual net quantity contained in packages offered for sale. These standards are published in NIST Handbook 133, Checking the Net Quantity of Packaged Goods.

Committee Members

The work of the National Conference on Weights and Measures would not be possible without the volunteer leadership of those who serve on our committees and workgroups. Membership of the L&R Committee includes state or local regulatory officials representing each of the four regional weights and measures associations, a member of the Associate Membership Committee and NIST Technical Advisors.

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