Bill

FORMULA Act of 2026 Formula Oversight, Regulation, and Manufacturing...

HB9788HealthFiled

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish maximum permissible levels for contaminants in infant formulas, and for other purposes.

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This bill aims to update the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act by requiring the Secretary of Health and Human Services to set maximum allowable levels for contaminants in infant formulas. This would help ensure the safety and quality of these products for babies. The bill affects manufacturers of infant formulas, as they would need to comply with these new standards. It also impacts parents and caregivers who rely on these products for their infants. As of July 20, 2026, the bill was introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. This is the first step in the legislative process, and further action will depend on the committee's review and recommendations.

The key actions include introducing the bill and referring it to a committee for further examination. No additional steps have been taken yet, and the bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. The goal is to protect infant health by setting strict guidelines on contaminants in baby formulas.

For now, the bill remains in the introductory phase, and more details about its future will be available as the committee reviews and possibly recommends changes or further action.