What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4963.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-06.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr4963/BILLS-117hr4963ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 4963

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Banning Harmful Chemicals in Food Contact Materials

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Starting two years after the law is enacted, ortho-phthalates will be prohibited in materials that come into contact with food, such as packaging or production equipment. Any existing rules allowing the use of these chemicals in food will become invalid. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) must review other products it regulates for the presence of ortho-phthalates and publish a report on its findings.

This bill aims to ban the use of harmful chemicals called ortho-phthalates in materials used for food production and packaging. These changes are intended to protect citizens' health, especially children and pregnant women, from potentially dangerous substances that can leach into food.

Key points

Starting two years after the law is enacted, ortho-phthalates will be prohibited in materials that come into contact with food, such as packaging or production equipment.

Any existing rules allowing the use of these chemicals in food will become invalid.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) must review other products it regulates for the presence of ortho-phthalates and publish a report on its findings.

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Additional Information

Preventing Harmful Exposure to Phthalates Act

Print number: HR 4963

Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33]

Process start date: 2021-08-06

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