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A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to define the term natural cheese.
1/23/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 184
Bill 119 s 184 is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in order to provide a clear definition of the term "natural cheese." The bill seeks to establish specific criteria that must be met in order for a cheese product to be classified as natural.
The proposed definition of natural cheese would likely include requirements such as the use of only natural ingredients in the cheese-making process, the absence of artificial additives or preservatives, and adherence to traditional cheese-making methods. This definition would help to differentiate natural cheese from processed cheese products that may contain synthetic ingredients or undergo extensive processing.
By defining natural cheese in a clear and specific manner, the bill aims to provide consumers with greater transparency and confidence in the products they are purchasing. It would also help to ensure that manufacturers accurately label their cheese products, preventing misleading or deceptive marketing practices. Overall, Bill 119 s 184 seeks to promote the integrity and authenticity of natural cheese products in the marketplace, while also protecting consumers from potentially misleading or harmful practices.
The proposed definition of natural cheese would likely include requirements such as the use of only natural ingredients in the cheese-making process, the absence of artificial additives or preservatives, and adherence to traditional cheese-making methods. This definition would help to differentiate natural cheese from processed cheese products that may contain synthetic ingredients or undergo extensive processing.
By defining natural cheese in a clear and specific manner, the bill aims to provide consumers with greater transparency and confidence in the products they are purchasing. It would also help to ensure that manufacturers accurately label their cheese products, preventing misleading or deceptive marketing practices. Overall, Bill 119 s 184 seeks to promote the integrity and authenticity of natural cheese products in the marketplace, while also protecting consumers from potentially misleading or harmful practices.
Congressional Summary of S 184
Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions Act or the CURD Act
This bill establishes a statutory definition for natural cheese. Under the bill, natural cheese is defined as cheese (ripened or unripened soft, semi-soft, or hard) that is produced from animal milk or certain dairy ingredients and is produced in accordance with established cheese-making standards. The definition excludes pasteurized process cheeses, cheese foods, and cheese spreads.
A food that does not meet this definition is deemed misbranded and may not be sold if its label includes the term natural cheese as a factual descriptor of a category of cheese.
Current Status of Bill S 184
Bill S 184 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2025. Bill S 184 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 22, 2025. Bill S 184's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of January 22, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 184
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
5Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
1Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 184
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 184
A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to define the term natural cheese.
A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to define the term natural cheese.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 184
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