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- H.R.5033
H.R.5033: Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2014
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced July 9, 2014
- Latest Major Action July 11, 2014
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
22 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2014 - Prohibits the distribution of a food if its container is composed, in whole or in part, of bisphenol A (BPA) or can release BPA into food. Authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to grant one-year renewable waivers to a facility for a particular container if such facility: (1) demonstrates that it is not technologically feasible to replace BPA in the container or to use an alternative...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 11, 2014 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| July 9, 2014 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| July 9, 2014 |
Introduced in the House by Lois Capps (D-Calif.) |