The TRUTH in Labeling Act would require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to finalize a proposed rule on front-of-package nutrition labels within 180 days after the act is enacted. Labels would identify high amounts of added sugars, sodium, or saturated fat with separate “High in” notices and an exclamation point. When applicable, they would also state that a food contains non-nutritive sweeteners and that these sweeteners are not recommended for children. The requirements would cover certain foods represented for infants and children ages 1 through 3, but not infant formula. The bill would also direct the Secretary to establish or update nutrient reference values for these age groups.
If enacted and implemented, the bill would make key nutrient information more visible on the front of covered food packages. Shoppers could also see whether a food contains non-nutritive sweeteners and an advisory about children.
No publicly available information.
The bill’s findings say front-of-package labels can help people quickly understand nutrition information and support healthier food choices. No publicly available information identifies specific proponents’ views beyond those findings.
No publicly available information.