What does Preamble of Celiac Safety Act of 2026 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The proposed amendment would include gluten-containing grain in the definition of a major food allergen.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Celiac Safety Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Celiac Safety Act of 2026.

What does INCLUSION OF GLUTEN-CONTAINING GRAIN IN DEFINITION OF A MAJOR of Celiac Safety Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 201(qq) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The amendment adds 'gluten-containing grain' to the list of major food allergens. The term 'gluten-containing grain' is defined as including wheat, rye, and barley, along with their crossbred hybrids. The amendment's application is delayed for 18 months after the Act's enactment, affecting food introduced or delivered into interstate commerce on or after that date.

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Celiac Safety Act of 2026

Last updated: 5/29/2026 · Introduced: 5/29/2026

Author: Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill designates gluten-containing grain, including wheat, rye, and barley, as a major food allergen under federal law.
The bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to incorporate this new allergen designation.
Food products containing gluten-containing grain will be subject to labeling requirements as major food allergens 18 months after the Act's enactment.

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