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BillHR 9231 · 119

No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026

Introduced
Jun 9, 2026
Cosponsors
10
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 9, 2026

Bill Summary

Bans toxic chemicals in food packaging to reduce health risks. Requires food packaging to meet safety standards.

Sponsored By

Janice D. Schakowsky
Democrat · Illinois · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jun 9, 2026
  3. Jun 9, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects food manufacturers and consumers, requiring companies to use safer materials in packaging and potentially reducing chemical exposure for people who eat packaged foods.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Commerce
IntroducedJun 9, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 9, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.