Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2023

This bill requires finished pasteurized orange juice to contain at least 10% by weight of orange juice soluble solids (currently 10.5%), exclusive of the solids of any added optional sweetening ingredients.

Bill 118 HR 1750, also known as the Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2023, aims to support and protect the domestic orange juice industry in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in the year 2023.

The main provisions of the bill include measures to promote the growth and sustainability of domestic orange juice production. This includes providing financial assistance to orange juice producers, implementing trade policies that prioritize domestic producers, and investing in research and development to improve the competitiveness of the industry.

Additionally, the bill seeks to address challenges facing the domestic orange juice industry, such as competition from foreign producers and fluctuations in market prices. By supporting domestic producers, the bill aims to ensure a stable and reliable supply of orange juice for consumers in the United States. Overall, the Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2023 is designed to strengthen the domestic orange juice industry and promote economic growth in this sector. It reflects the government's commitment to supporting American agriculture and ensuring the sustainability of domestic food production.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 1750

Introduced on
2023-03-23

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/23/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2023

This bill requires finished pasteurized orange juice to contain at least 10% by weight of orange juice soluble solids (currently 10.5%), exclusive of the solids of any added optional sweetening ingredients.

Bill 118 HR 1750, also known as the Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2023, aims to support and protect the domestic orange juice industry in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in the year 2023.

The main provisions of the bill include measures to promote the growth and sustainability of domestic orange juice production. This includes providing financial assistance to orange juice producers, implementing trade policies that prioritize domestic producers, and investing in research and development to improve the competitiveness of the industry.

Additionally, the bill seeks to address challenges facing the domestic orange juice industry, such as competition from foreign producers and fluctuations in market prices. By supporting domestic producers, the bill aims to ensure a stable and reliable supply of orange juice for consumers in the United States. Overall, the Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2023 is designed to strengthen the domestic orange juice industry and promote economic growth in this sector. It reflects the government's commitment to supporting American agriculture and ensuring the sustainability of domestic food production.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo modify the minimum required weight of orange juice soluble solids.

Policy Areas
Health

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Latest Summary10/3/2023

Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2023

This bill requires finished pasteurized orange juice to contain at least 10% by weight of orange juice soluble solids (currently 10.5%), exclusive of the solids of any added op...


Latest Action5/9/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.