What does Preamble of HR 4306 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The proposed amendment would require the Office of Food Chemical Safety, Dietary Supplements, and Innovation to conduct food chemical safety reassessments. The bill's stated purpose is to conduct food chemical safety reassessments and for other purposes.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 4306 do?

This bill is formally titled the Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2025.

What does FOOD SAFETY REASSESSMENTS. of HR 4306 do?

This section amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish a process for reassessing the safety of certain food-related substances. The Office of Food Chemical Safety, Dietary Supplements, and Innovation must reassess at least 10 substances every 3 years, beginning in 2026. The reassessments will cover food additives, color additives, substances generally recognized as safe, prior-sanctioned substances, and food contact substances. If a reassessment determines a substance is not safe, the Secretary must amend or repeal relevant regulations. The Secretary must prioritize substances for reassessment based on public health need. The initial 10 substances selected for reassessment include tert-butylhydroquinone, titanium dioxide, and various dyes. The Secretary must re-establish the Food Advisory Committee within 180 days of enactment to advise on reassessment standards and processes.

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Food Chemical Reassessment Act of 2025 — HR. 4306

Last updated: 7/10/2025 · Introduced: 7/10/2025

Author: Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

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This bill mandates the Office of Food Chemical Safety to reassess the safety of at least 10 food-related substances every three years, starting in 2026.
If a reassessment finds a substance unsafe, the Secretary must update or remove relevant regulations.
The bill requires the re-establishment of a Food Advisory Committee to provide guidance on reassessment standards and processes.

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