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Infant Formula Safety: Faster Reporting and Response

New rules aim to enhance infant formula safety. Manufacturers must report product issues faster, and officials must respond more efficiently. This protects children's health and prevents market shortages.
Key points
Infant formula manufacturers must report quality or contamination issues within 24 hours, even if the product hasn't left the facility.
If a health risk is identified, manufacturers must immediately stop distribution and recall products from stores.
The Office of Critical Foods has 72 hours to contact manufacturers to discuss corrective actions.
The Office will monitor whether manufacturers implement appropriate corrections and analyze root causes of problems.
Congress will receive regular reports on notifications and official response times.
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Print number: 118_HR_5316
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47]
Process start date: 2023-08-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safeguarding Kids and Families from Critical Food Disruptions Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5316.

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 2023-08-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Infant formula manufacturers must report quality or contamination issues within 24 hours, even if the product hasn't left the facility.
  • If a health risk is identified, manufacturers must immediately stop distribution and recall products from stores.
  • The Office of Critical Foods has 72 hours to contact manufacturers to discuss corrective actions.
  • The Office will monitor whether manufacturers implement appropriate corrections and analyze root causes of problems.
  • Congress will receive regular reports on notifications and official response times.
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. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47].

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 2025-12-25.

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