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Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act
8/6/2025, 7:53 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4858
This bill, titled "To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem adulterated food containing certain color additives, and for other purposes," was introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 4858 on August 1, 2025. The bill aims to address the issue of adulterated food containing specific color additives by proposing amendments to the aforementioned act. Specific provisions and directives within the bill, as well as further details, can be explored in the official PDF version linked to the legislation.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4858
Bill HR 4858 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2025. Bill HR 4858 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on August 1, 2025. Bill HR 4858's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of August 1, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4858
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
2Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4858
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4858
To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem adulterated food containing certain color additives, and for other purposes.
To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem adulterated food containing certain color additives, and for other purposes.
Comments

Malani Hinson
1,120
1 year ago
I don't care what anyone says, this bill is a step in the right direction. It's about time we start cracking down on what goes into our food. Who benefits from this bill? Well, I do, for one. It's about time we start prioritizing our health over profits.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4858
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