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House Bill 8429
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Baby Food Safety Act of 2026
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on Apr 22, 2026
Overview
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The bill focuses on regulating toxic contaminants in infant and toddler food products, fruit and vegetable purees, and juices. It requires manufacturers to adhere to testing and record-keeping protocols and updates importer requirements. It includes provisions for a sampling and testing program and mandates compliance with specified regulations. The bill sets deadlines for FDA compliance and requires a plan for food traceability. It also mandates a study on imported food facility inspections. Additionally, it amends the records provision for inspections and grants mandatory recall authority for adulterated food. These measures aim to enhance the safety of infant and toddler food products.

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Introduced
Apr 22, 2026
Latest Action
Apr 22, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
8429
Congress
119
Policy Area
Health
Health
Primary focus of measure is science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease; health services administration and funding, including such programs as Medicare and Medicaid; health personnel and medical education; drug use and safety; health care coverage and insurance; health facilities. Measures concerning controlled substances and drug trafficking may fall under Crime and Law Enforcement policy area.
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House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
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Text (1)
April 22, 2026
Actions (2)
04/22/2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
04/22/2026
Introduced in House
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H.R.8429 119 Baby Food Safety Act of 2026
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May 14, 2026 8:07:56 AM