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No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026

Introduced
Jun 9, 2026
Cosponsors
4
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 9, 2026

Bill Summary

Bans toxic chemicals in food packaging to reduce health risks. Requires food manufacturers to use safer alternatives in their packaging.

Sponsored By

Richard Blumenthal
Democrat · Connecticut · Senate

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, particularly low-income and vulnerable populations, by reducing their exposure to toxic chemicals in food packaging.

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 TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Health
IntroducedJun 9, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 9, 2026
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

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.