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SAD Act

3/12/2024, 5:05 AM

Summary of Bill S 1231

Bill 118 s 1231, also known as the Stop Animal Deception (SAD) Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of deceptive practices in the marketing and labeling of animal products.

The SAD Act aims to prohibit the use of misleading or false information on labels of animal products, such as meat, poultry, and dairy. This includes claims related to the treatment of animals, the production methods used, and the nutritional content of the products. The bill seeks to ensure that consumers are provided with accurate and transparent information about the products they are purchasing.

Additionally, the SAD Act includes provisions for the enforcement of these labeling requirements, including penalties for companies found to be in violation of the law. The bill also calls for increased oversight and monitoring of the labeling practices of animal product manufacturers. Overall, the SAD Act is designed to protect consumers from deceptive marketing practices in the animal product industry and promote transparency and honesty in labeling. It is currently under review in Congress and has garnered support from both sides of the political aisle.

Congressional Summary of S 1231

Stop Antiabortion Disinformation Act or the SAD Act

This bill prohibits deceptive advertising for reproductive health services. Specifically, the bill makes deceptive advertising regarding whether a person provides contraceptives, abortion services, or access to licensed medical personnel subject to Federal Trade Commission enforcement.

Current Status of Bill S 1231

Bill S 1231 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 20, 2023. Bill S 1231 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 20, 2023.  Bill S 1231's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of April 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1231

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
28
Democrat Cosponsors
26
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1231

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1231

SAD Act
SAD Act
Stop Antiabortion Disinformation Act
A bill to prohibit disinformation in the advertising of abortion services, and for other purposes.

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