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Safer Food: New Rules for GRAS Substances

This act aims to enhance food safety by tightening regulations on substances generally recognized as safe (GRAS). This means manufacturers will need to provide more information about ingredients, and the public will gain access to this data, potentially influencing what we consume daily.
Key points
Manufacturers must notify authorities about GRAS substances and provide detailed safety data, including impacts on children and vulnerable populations.
Information on GRAS substances will be publicly available, allowing citizens and officials time to review and object.
New rules will prohibit carcinogenic substances and newly synthesized chemicals from being classified as GRAS.
A Food Advisory Committee will be re-established to help reassess existing GRAS substances that do not meet the new standards.
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Print number: 117_HR_3699
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Process start date: 2021-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Toxic Free Food Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3699.

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 2021-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Manufacturers must notify authorities about GRAS substances and provide detailed safety data, including impacts on children and vulnerable populations.
  • Information on GRAS substances will be publicly available, allowing citizens and officials time to review and object.
  • New rules will prohibit carcinogenic substances and newly synthesized chemicals from being classified as GRAS.
  • A Food Advisory Committee will be re-established to help reassess existing GRAS substances that do not meet the new standards.
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. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3].

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 2025-12-28.

CATEGORIES

Health