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To require the President to submit a report on the actions Executive agencies are taking to end the infant formula shortage.

12/30/2022, 12:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7815

Bill 117 hr 7815, also known as the Infant Formula Shortage Report Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that would require the President to submit a report to Congress on the actions that Executive agencies are taking to address and end the shortage of infant formula in the United States.

The bill aims to bring attention to the issue of infant formula shortages, which can have serious consequences for families with young children who rely on formula for their nutrition. By requiring the President to provide a detailed report on the steps being taken by Executive agencies to address the shortage, Congress hopes to ensure that the issue is being taken seriously and that efforts are being made to alleviate the problem.

If passed, the bill would require the President to submit the report within 90 days of the bill becoming law, and then annually thereafter until the shortage is resolved. The report would need to include information on the causes of the shortage, the actions being taken by Executive agencies to address it, and any recommendations for further action that may be necessary. Overall, the Infant Formula Shortage Report Act is a proactive measure aimed at addressing a pressing issue that affects the health and well-being of infants and their families. By requiring transparency and accountability from the Executive branch, Congress hopes to ensure that steps are being taken to end the shortage of infant formula in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 7815

This bill requires the President to report to Congress within 30 days on the efforts of executive agencies to resolve the shortage of infant formula.

Current Status of Bill HR 7815

Bill HR 7815 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2022. Bill HR 7815 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2022.  Bill HR 7815's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 18, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7815

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7815

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7815

To require the President to submit a report on the actions Executive agencies are taking to end the infant formula shortage.
To require the President to submit a report on the actions Executive agencies are taking to end the infant formula shortage.

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