Emergency Infant Formula Act: Expedited, Duty-Free Imports and Production Boost.
This act aims to ease access to infant formula during shortages in the United States. It allows for faster importation of products from the EU, Canada, Japan, and the UK, and enables the suspension of import duties, potentially lowering costs for parents. Additionally, the President can use special powers to boost domestic production.
Key points
Faster Infant Formula Imports: In case of a shortage, the President can authorize the import and sale of formula from the EU, Canada, Japan, or the UK, even if it doesn't meet all standard US requirements.
Duty-Free Treatment: The President can suspend duties on imported infant formula and its production ingredients, which could lead to lower prices for consumers.
Simplified Labeling: Imported products may be exempt from some US labeling requirements but must include a notice that they haven't been FDA-approved and are authorized for sale only under this Act.
Support for Domestic Production: The President can use special authorities to accelerate the production of infant formula within the US.
Temporary Measure: The Act will cease to be effective 5 years after its enactment.
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