FASTER Act of 2026 Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education,...
To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to include barley, rye, and oats as major food allergens, and for other purposes.
The FASTER Act of 2026 aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act by including barley, rye, and oats as major food allergens. This means that products containing these ingredients would need to be clearly labeled to help people with allergies avoid them. This bill seeks to ensure better food safety and provide clearer information for consumers, particularly those with food allergies.
This bill would affect anyone who needs to read food labels to avoid allergens, including people with severe food allergies. It would also impact food manufacturers, requiring them to update their labeling practices to include these new allergens. By doing so, it aims to protect public health and improve transparency in food labeling.
HB9988 was introduced on July 30, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. This is the first step in the legislative process, where the bill will be reviewed and potentially discussed further. No further actions have been taken as of the last update.
