H.R. 9788 aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to set maximum allowable levels for contaminants in infant formulas. This legislation is intended to enhance the safety and quality of infant nutrition products.
Supporters of H.R. 9788 have praised the bill as a crucial step in protecting the health of infants by ensuring that baby formulas meet stringent safety standards. Advocates argue that establishing maximum contaminant levels will provide parents with greater confidence in the safety of the products they feed their children.
Critics of H.R. 9788 have expressed concerns about potential regulatory overreach and the impact on formula manufacturers. Some argue that the bill could lead to increased production costs, which may ultimately be passed on to consumers, making infant formula less accessible for families.
All donors are from Applied Materials, Inc., a company not directly related to infant formula regulation. The risk of conflict of interest is low.
Top industries and organizations funding Brian Mast, from FEC data.
Source: FEC campaign finance records
