H.R. 5425 · 115th Congress
Food Labeling Modernization Act of 2018
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Frank Pallone
- Introduced
- 2018-04-02
- Latest action
- 2018-04-02 · Introduced in House
Summary
Food Labeling Modernization Act of 2018
This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require the front of food packages to bear a nutrition label that complies with Food and Drug Administration regulations. The bill specifies principles for such regulations, including that there should be a standard, easily understood symbol system for calorie and nutrient information.