American CANS Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-05T05:08:24Z

Explore the details of House Bill 914 American CANS Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/5/2025, 5:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 914

Bill 119 hr 914, also known as the Country-of-Origin Labeling for Canned Agricultural Products Act, aims to amend the Tariff Act of 1930 to require that country-of-origin labeling for any agricultural product packaged in a can must be prominently displayed on the front label or top of the can. This bill is designed to provide consumers with clear and easily accessible information about where their canned agricultural products come from.

The bill does not specify any particular requirements for the content of the country-of-origin labeling, but simply mandates that it be placed in a visible location on the can. This information can help consumers make informed decisions about the products they purchase, as some may prefer to buy products that are produced domestically or in certain countries.

In addition to the country-of-origin labeling requirement, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes, although the specific details of these provisions are not outlined in the summary. Overall, the Country-of-Origin Labeling for Canned Agricultural Products Act seeks to enhance transparency and consumer awareness in the agricultural product market.

Congressional Summary of HR 914

American Consumer Awareness of National Source Act or the American CANS Act

This bill revises country-of-origin labeling requirements for canned goods.

Under current country-of-origin labeling requirements, every article of foreign origin entering the United States must be legibly marked with the English name of the country of origin of the article (with certain exemptions). This bill requires country-of-origin labeling for any agricultural product packaged in a can to (1) appear on the front label of the can; or (2) be stamped, embossed, or printed on the top of the can.

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Current Status of Bill HR 914

Bill HR 914 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 4, 2025. Bill HR 914 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 4, 2025. Bill HR 914's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of February 4, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 914

To amend the Tariff Act of 1930 to provide that required country-of-origin labeling for any agricultural product packaged in a can shall be on the front label or top of such can, and for other purposes.