Dietary Supplements Access Act

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
The Dietary Supplements Access Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4794, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that consumers have continued access to dietary supplements by preventing unnecessary regulations that could limit their availability.

The bill aims to protect the rights of individuals to make their own choices regarding their health and wellness by ensuring that dietary supplements remain accessible and affordable. It seeks to prevent any unnecessary restrictions or regulations that could hinder the availability of these products.

Proponents of the bill argue that dietary supplements play a crucial role in supporting overall health and wellness, and that individuals should have the freedom to choose these products without unnecessary government interference. They believe that imposing additional regulations could limit access to these supplements and ultimately harm consumers. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that dietary supplements are not always safe and effective, and that stricter regulations are necessary to protect consumers from potentially harmful products. They believe that the government has a responsibility to ensure the safety and efficacy of dietary supplements before they are made available to the public. Overall, the Dietary Supplements Access Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders. It remains to be seen whether this bill will ultimately be passed into law, but it is clear that the issue of dietary supplement regulation is an important and complex one that will continue to be a topic of discussion in the US Congress.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 4794

Introduced on
2023-07-20

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/20/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
The Dietary Supplements Access Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4794, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that consumers have continued access to dietary supplements by preventing unnecessary regulations that could limit their availability.

The bill aims to protect the rights of individuals to make their own choices regarding their health and wellness by ensuring that dietary supplements remain accessible and affordable. It seeks to prevent any unnecessary restrictions or regulations that could hinder the availability of these products.

Proponents of the bill argue that dietary supplements play a crucial role in supporting overall health and wellness, and that individuals should have the freedom to choose these products without unnecessary government interference. They believe that imposing additional regulations could limit access to these supplements and ultimately harm consumers. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that dietary supplements are not always safe and effective, and that stricter regulations are necessary to protect consumers from potentially harmful products. They believe that the government has a responsibility to ensure the safety and efficacy of dietary supplements before they are made available to the public. Overall, the Dietary Supplements Access Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders. It remains to be seen whether this bill will ultimately be passed into law, but it is clear that the issue of dietary supplement regulation is an important and complex one that will continue to be a topic of discussion in the US Congress.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permit expenditures from health savings accounts, flexible spending arrangements, and health reimbursement arrangements for dietary supplements.

Policy Areas
Taxation

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Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.