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Safer Food: New Rules for Food Substances

This act aims to enhance food safety by introducing stricter rules for substances added to food. This means manufacturers must prove ingredient safety before products reach consumers, and harmful substances will be removed. Citizens can therefore feel more confident about what they eat.
Key points
Prohibits marketing food with 'Generally Recognized As Safe' (GRAS) substances unless approved by a government agency.
Requires public disclosure of information about food additives, increasing transparency.
Bans substances known to cause cancer or reproductive/developmental issues from food.
Establishes a new office to regularly reassess the safety of food substances, including those already in use.
Mandates reassessment of substances like bisphenols, titanium dioxide, and others commonly found in food products.
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Print number: 117_S_4316
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2022-05-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Safe and Toxic-Free Foods Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4316.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits marketing food with 'Generally Recognized As Safe' (GRAS) substances unless approved by a government agency.
  • Requires public disclosure of information about food additives, increasing transparency.
  • Bans substances known to cause cancer or reproductive/developmental issues from food.
  • Establishes a new office to regularly reassess the safety of food substances, including those already in use.
  • Mandates reassessment of substances like bisphenols, titanium dioxide, and others commonly found in food products.
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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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