Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 772, also known as the Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide flexibility in the way that certain food establishments are required to disclose nutritional information to consumers.

Under current law, certain food establishments, such as restaurants and vending machines, are required to provide calorie and other nutritional information for standard menu items. However, this can be burdensome for smaller establishments that may not have the resources to comply with these regulations.

The Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017 seeks to address this issue by allowing food establishments to provide nutritional information in a more flexible and practical manner. For example, instead of listing calorie counts on menus, establishments could provide this information in a brochure or on a website. The bill also aims to clarify certain definitions and requirements related to the disclosure of nutritional information, in order to make compliance easier for businesses. Overall, the Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017 is intended to strike a balance between providing consumers with important nutritional information and reducing regulatory burdens on food establishments. It is currently being considered by Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.