What does Preamble of Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act do?

This Act aims to improve infant formula safety It involves testing infant formula for microorganisms

What does SHORT TITLE. of Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act do?

This Act is formally titled the 'Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act'.

What does NOTIFICATIONS FOR TESTING OF INFANT FORMULA. of Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act do?

This section amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act regarding notifications for testing of infant formula. Manufacturers must notify the Secretary within 1 business day of acquiring a confirmed positive analytical result for certain microorganisms. The Secretary must respond to the manufacturer within 1 business day to discuss investigation and corrective action. The Secretary must confirm that the manufacturer has performed an appropriate investigation and corrective action within 90 days.

What does REPORTING TO IMPROVE THE SAFETY AND SUPPLY OF INFANT FORMULA. of Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act do?

This section amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require reporting on infant formula safety and supply. The Secretary must issue a progress report within 180 days of the Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act's enactment, addressing recommendations from the FDA's 'Long-Term National Strategy'. Quarterly reports on infant formula supply chain data, including in-stock rates, are required for five years, submitted to specified Senate and House committees. The Secretary is directed to consult with the Department of Agriculture and other relevant agencies to address formula needs and build market resiliency. Reports on the adequacy of supply are due one, three, and five years after enactment, based on stakeholder engagement and evidence-based practices. These reports should identify modifications to manufacturer practices that could improve infant formula supply and safety, potentially including high-frequency testing for contamination.

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Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act

Last updated: 5/4/2026 · Introduced: 1/28/2025

Author: Gary Peters (D-MI)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill requires infant formula manufacturers to notify the Secretary within 1 business day of detecting certain microorganisms in their products.
The Secretary must issue progress reports on infant formula safety and supply, including quarterly reports on supply chain data for five years.
The bill mandates reports on the adequacy of infant formula supply one, three, and five years after enactment, with recommendations for improving supply and safety.

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