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TRUTH in Labeling Act
1/24/2024, 4:00 PM
Summary of Bill S 3512
The TRUTH in Labeling Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3512, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure that consumers are provided with accurate and transparent information on product labels.
The bill specifically targets food and beverage products, requiring manufacturers to clearly and prominently display certain information on their packaging. This includes details such as the product's country of origin, the presence of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and any potential allergens.
Additionally, the TRUTH in Labeling Act aims to crack down on misleading marketing tactics, such as using terms like "natural" or "organic" without meeting specific criteria. The bill would establish stricter guidelines for how these terms can be used, in order to prevent consumer confusion. Overall, the TRUTH in Labeling Act seeks to empower consumers to make informed choices about the products they purchase, by ensuring that labels are accurate, clear, and honest. This legislation is currently under review in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to protect consumers and promote transparency in the marketplace.
The bill specifically targets food and beverage products, requiring manufacturers to clearly and prominently display certain information on their packaging. This includes details such as the product's country of origin, the presence of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and any potential allergens.
Additionally, the TRUTH in Labeling Act aims to crack down on misleading marketing tactics, such as using terms like "natural" or "organic" without meeting specific criteria. The bill would establish stricter guidelines for how these terms can be used, in order to prevent consumer confusion. Overall, the TRUTH in Labeling Act seeks to empower consumers to make informed choices about the products they purchase, by ensuring that labels are accurate, clear, and honest. This legislation is currently under review in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to protect consumers and promote transparency in the marketplace.
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Current Status of Bill S 3512
Bill S 3512 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 13, 2023. Bill S 3512 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 13, 2023. Bill S 3512's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of December 13, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3512
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3512
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3512
TRUTH in Labeling Act
TRUTH in Labeling Act
Transparency, Readability, Understandability, Truth, and Helpfulness in Labeling Act
A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to strengthen requirements related to nutrient information on food labels.
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