Bill > S1251

This bill establishes a new legal standard for pasteurized orange juice in the United States, specifically requiring that finished pasteurized orange juice must contain at least 10.0 percent by weight of orange juice soluble solids, not including any added sweeteners. The legislation, known as the "Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2025," aims to modify existing federal regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (specifically section 146.140 of title 21). By setting this minimum soluble solids requirement, the bill appears designed to ensure a consistent quality and concentration of orange juice, potentially supporting domestic orange juice producers by establishing a clear standard for product composition. The bill also explicitly preserves the authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services to further amend the standard of identity for pasteurized orange juice in the future, allowing flexibility for future regulatory adjustments.

Health and Social Services

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1251/all-info