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Food Safety: Banning Sale of Contaminated Poppy Seeds

This new law aims to protect public health by prohibiting the sale of food containing unsafe poppy seeds. It mandates the establishment of maximum permissible contamination levels to prevent poisonings and unwarranted drug accusations.
Key points
Prohibits the sale of food with poppy seeds containing harmful substances like morphine or codeine.
Requires the government to set maximum safe contamination levels for poppy seeds within two years.
Aims to prevent cases of poisoning and false positive opiate tests from contaminated poppy seed consumption.
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Additional Information
Stephen Hacala Poppy Seed Safety Act
Print number: HR 6512
Sponsor: Rep. Womack, Steve [R-AR-3]
Process start date: 2023-11-29
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Food Safety: Banning Sale of Contaminated Poppy Seeds

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 6512.

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 2023-11-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the sale of food with poppy seeds containing harmful substances like morphine or codeine.
  • Requires the government to set maximum safe contamination levels for poppy seeds within two years.
  • Aims to prevent cases of poisoning and false positive opiate tests from contaminated poppy seed consumption.

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. Womack, Steve [R-AR-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 2025-12-25.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 6512

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