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Food Safety: Sesame Added to Major Allergens, Allergy Report Mandated.

New regulations add sesame to the list of major food allergens, requiring food manufacturers to clearly label its presence. This aims to enhance safety for individuals with allergies. Additionally, the government will prepare a report on food allergies to better understand the issue and develop new treatments and prevention methods.
Key points
Sesame will be recognized as a major food allergen starting January 1, 2023, requiring its labeling on products.
The government will prepare a report on food allergies, including prevalence, diagnostics, and treatments, to improve public safety and health.
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Print number: 117_HR_1202
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6]
Process start date: 2021-02-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FASTER Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1202.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Sesame will be recognized as a major food allergen starting January 1, 2023, requiring its labeling on products.
  • The government will prepare a report on food allergies, including prevalence, diagnostics, and treatments, to improve public safety and health.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Health