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Essilor of America Issues Statement on Federal Inquiry

On July 21, 2016, Essilor of America issued a statement saying that they are complying with the federal government’s request for information regarding promotional activity within the lens industry.

They have also stated that they are proactively reviewing their promotional programs.

It is not currently known if the government has contacted other lens companies regarding promotions.

View the full statement here.

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