Honey Integrity Act

Hozzl · 2025-04-03T13:58:14Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2162 Honey Integrity Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/3/2025, 1:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2162

Bill 119 HR 2162, also known as the "Honey Integrity Act," aims to protect the integrity of honey marketed in the United States. The bill seeks to address concerns about the adulteration and mislabeling of honey, which can deceive consumers and harm the reputation of honest honey producers.

The key provisions of the bill include requirements for honey to be accurately labeled with its country of origin, as well as any added ingredients or processing methods. This transparency is intended to help consumers make informed choices about the honey they purchase.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for those who knowingly sell adulterated or mislabeled honey, in order to deter fraudulent practices in the honey industry. The enforcement of these penalties will be overseen by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA). Overall, the Honey Integrity Act aims to promote honesty and integrity in the marketing of honey in the United States, protecting both consumers and honest honey producers from deceptive practices.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2162

Bill HR 2162 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2025. Bill HR 2162 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 14, 2025. Bill HR 2162's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 14, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2162

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Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2162

To provide for the protection of the integrity of honey marketed in the United States, and for other purposes.To provide for the protection of the integrity of honey marketed in the United States, and for other purposes.

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