S. 4252 · 117th Congress
Freedom to Import Infant Formula Act of 2022
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Rand Paul
- Introduced
- 2022-05-18
- Latest action
- 2022-05-18 · Introduced in Senate
Summary
Freedom to Import Infant Formula Act of 2022
This bill provides duty-free treatment to infant formula.
The bill prohibits U.S. Customs and Border Protection from seizing or enforcing restrictions on the importation of infant formula from specified countries (e.g., Canada and the United Kingdom) if the formula meets the legal requirements for sale in that country.
The bill also deems formula imported under the bill's provisions to be in compliance with section 412 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, which contains requirements related to infant formula manufacturing practices and nutrients.