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Ban on Selected Food Dyes: Enhancing Food Safety for Consumers

This act aims to remove certain food color additives deemed unsafe from food products. Starting from late 2025 and 2026, foods containing these additives will be considered adulterated, meaning they cannot be sold. This directly impacts what consumers will find on store shelves, enhancing the safety of consumed food.
Key points
As of December 31, 2025, Citrus Red No. 2 and Orange B will be prohibited in food.
As of December 31, 2026, Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5, Yellow No. 6, Green No. 3, Blue No. 1, and Blue No. 2 will be prohibited in food.
Food products containing these dyes after the specified dates will be considered illegal and cannot be sold.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3722
Sponsor: Rep. Luna, Anna Paulina [R-FL-13]
Process start date: 2025-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Do or Dye Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3722.

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 2025-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • As of December 31, 2025, Citrus Red No. 2 and Orange B will be prohibited in food.
  • As of December 31, 2026, Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5, Yellow No. 6, Green No. 3, Blue No. 1, and Blue No. 2 will be prohibited in food.
  • Food products containing these dyes after the specified dates will be considered illegal and cannot be sold.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Luna, Anna Paulina [R-FL-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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Health