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TRUTH in Labeling Act

USA119th CongressS-2462| Senate 
| Updated: 7/24/2025
Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal

Democratic Senator

Connecticut

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill aims to significantly strengthen nutrient information on food labels by requiring mandatory front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labeling . It addresses concerns that Americans consume excessive added sugars, sodium, and saturated fat, and that current labeling is less effective for certain demographics. The legislation directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to finalize a proposed rule within 180 days of enactment, ensuring consumers receive clear and concise nutritional guidance directly on product packaging. A core provision mandates that FOP labels on the principal display panel must prominently identify foods with high amounts of added sugars, sodium, or saturated fat . Each such nutrient will have a separate "High in" label accompanied by a conspicuous exclamation point icon, based on Daily Reference Values for adults, children, and infants. Furthermore, if a food contains non-nutritive sweeteners, the label must include a statement declaring their presence and advising that they are not recommended for children , placed adjacent to any "High in" labels. These new labeling requirements will specifically extend to foods marketed for infants through 12 months of age and children 1 through 3 years of age , excluding infant formula. The Secretary is also tasked with establishing or updating Daily Reference Values and percent Daily Values for these nutrients for infants and young children, aligning with the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans. This comprehensive approach seeks to empower consumers with critical information, fostering improved public health outcomes by encouraging healthier food selections and prompting industry reformulation.
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Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-3512
TRUTH in Labeling Act
Jul 23, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-4725
Introduced in House
Jul 24, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jul 24, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-3512
    TRUTH in Labeling Act


  • July 23, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-4725
    Introduced in House


  • July 24, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 24, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4725: TRUTH in Labeling Act

TRUTH in Labeling Act

USA119th CongressS-2462| Senate 
| Updated: 7/24/2025
This bill aims to significantly strengthen nutrient information on food labels by requiring mandatory front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labeling . It addresses concerns that Americans consume excessive added sugars, sodium, and saturated fat, and that current labeling is less effective for certain demographics. The legislation directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to finalize a proposed rule within 180 days of enactment, ensuring consumers receive clear and concise nutritional guidance directly on product packaging. A core provision mandates that FOP labels on the principal display panel must prominently identify foods with high amounts of added sugars, sodium, or saturated fat . Each such nutrient will have a separate "High in" label accompanied by a conspicuous exclamation point icon, based on Daily Reference Values for adults, children, and infants. Furthermore, if a food contains non-nutritive sweeteners, the label must include a statement declaring their presence and advising that they are not recommended for children , placed adjacent to any "High in" labels. These new labeling requirements will specifically extend to foods marketed for infants through 12 months of age and children 1 through 3 years of age , excluding infant formula. The Secretary is also tasked with establishing or updating Daily Reference Values and percent Daily Values for these nutrients for infants and young children, aligning with the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans. This comprehensive approach seeks to empower consumers with critical information, fostering improved public health outcomes by encouraging healthier food selections and prompting industry reformulation.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-3512
TRUTH in Labeling Act
Jul 23, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-4725
Introduced in House
Jul 24, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jul 24, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-3512
    TRUTH in Labeling Act


  • July 23, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-4725
    Introduced in House


  • July 24, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 24, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal

Democratic Senator

Connecticut

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4725: TRUTH in Labeling Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted