Safe Sips Act of 2026
To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, and the Secretary of the Treasury, acting through the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, to establish a system for color coding certain intoxicating drinks, and for other purposes.
This bill proposes to create a system for color coding certain alcoholic drinks to help people easily identify their alcohol content. This system would be managed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Secretary of the Treasury. The goal is to make it easier for consumers to know how strong their drinks are, which could help prevent overconsumption and related health issues.
If passed, the law would affect all producers and sellers of alcohol. It would require them to use specific colors on their drinks to indicate alcohol levels. Consumers would benefit from being able to quickly see how potent a drink is, which could help them make better choices.
As of July 23, 2026, the bill has just been introduced in the House and referred to two committees for further review. It is still early in the legislative process, and more steps will be needed before it can become law. The committees will examine the bill's details and decide if it should move forward for debate and a vote.
