SB4974: Making America's Food Safer Act
- Introduced (completed)
- 2Passed One Chamber (current step)
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to food safety.
Plain-language summary
This bill modifies the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to strengthen food safety rules and oversight. The act affects food producers, distributors, and the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), which enforces food safety laws. The bill is currently engrossed, meaning it has passed one of Congress and is ready for the other chamber to consider it. The specific changes proposed are not detailed in the description provided.
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SB4974: Making America's Food Safer Act