Bill > HR4958

This bill, known as the Grocery Reform And Safety Act (GRAS Act), aims to strengthen the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) oversight of substances considered "generally recognized as safe" (GRAS) in food products. The bill requires manufacturers to submit detailed notifications to the FDA before using new GRAS substances, including comprehensive safety data such as potential carcinogenic effects, reproductive toxicity, and cumulative health impacts. It mandates that the FDA systematically reassess the safety of at least 10 categories of food substances every three years, with the power to revoke previous safety approvals if new concerns emerge. The bill redefines the GRAS designation, requiring that substances be scientifically proven safe by experts and introducing a more rigorous evaluation process that includes public comment periods and potential conflict of interest reviews. Additionally, the legislation establishes new fee structures for food additive and GRAS substance reviews, ensuring the FDA has resources to conduct thorough safety assessments. The primary goal is to enhance consumer protection by creating a more transparent and comprehensive system for evaluating the safety of substances in the food supply.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4958/all-info