Bill > HR4917

This bill, the Food Labeling Modernization Act of 2021, aims to strengthen requirements related to nutrient information on food labels. The key provisions include: - Requiring a standardized front-of-package labeling system to display information on calories, saturated and trans fats, sodium, added sugars, and other nutrients of public health concern. This system would employ warning symbols and a ranking scale to help consumers quickly identify healthier products. - Mandating disclosure of the percentage of whole grains and real fruit, vegetable, or yogurt content on the principal display panel if such claims are made. - Prohibiting the use of "natural" claims on foods containing any artificial ingredients and establishing guidelines for the use of the term "healthy" based on added sugars, whole grains, and sodium content. - Improving the readability of ingredient lists through font and formatting requirements. - Requiring manufacturers to submit food label information to the FDA for a public database and mandating the declaration of phosphorus and caffeine content. - Updating food allergen and gluten labeling requirements and definitions. The bill also directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue related regulations within 1-2 years, and provides a 3-year delayed applicability period for the amendments.