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Affordable and Accessible Infant Formula Act

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8174

Bill 117 HR 8174, also known as the Affordable and Accessible Infant Formula Act, aims to address the issue of high costs and limited accessibility of infant formula in the United States. The bill seeks to make infant formula more affordable and accessible to families, particularly those facing financial hardships.

The key provisions of the bill include measures to reduce the cost of infant formula through government subsidies and price controls. This would help lower-income families afford this essential product for their infants. Additionally, the bill aims to increase the availability of infant formula in underserved communities, such as rural areas and low-income neighborhoods, by providing incentives for retailers to stock a wider variety of formula options.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to improve the quality and safety of infant formula by increasing oversight and regulation of manufacturers. This would ensure that all infant formula products meet strict standards for nutrition and safety, protecting the health of infants who rely on these products for their nutrition. Overall, the Affordable and Accessible Infant Formula Act seeks to address the challenges faced by families in accessing affordable and high-quality infant formula, with the goal of improving the health and well-being of infants across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 8174

Affordable and Accessible Infant Formula Act

This bill provides through November 14, 2022, duty-free treatment to infant formula.

During this time period, articles of infant formula shall not be subject to (1) any additional safeguard duties that may be imposed under subchapter IV of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule; or (2) any other import quotas, tariff-rate quotas, additional duties, or any other duties, fees, exactions, or charges that otherwise would apply to such articles.

Importers shall provide the applicable and anticipated tariff classifications for articles of infant formula on applicable customs entry documents.

Current Status of Bill HR 8174

Bill HR 8174 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2022. Bill HR 8174 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 22, 2022.  Bill HR 8174's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade. as of June 22, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8174

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
24
Democrat Cosponsors
20
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8174

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8174

Affordable and Accessible Infant Formula Act
Affordable and Accessible Infant Formula Act
To provide for the temporary duty-free importation of certain infant formula products, and for other purposes.

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