H.R.22 — SAVE Act
House Roll Call
H.R.22
| Bill | H.R.22 — SAVE Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 220 / Nay 208 / Present 0 / Not Voting 5 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 216 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| D | 4 | 208 | 0 | 1 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 22 - SAVE Act
The SAVE Act (HR 22) is a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing the safety and security of the U.S. food supply chain by establishing a comprehensive framework for food safety and nutrition. The bill seeks to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to bolster the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) authority in regulating food safety standards, particularly in response to emerging foodborne pathogens and contamination risks.
Key Provisions:
- Enhanced Regulatory Authority: The bill grants the FDA increased authority to set and enforce food safety standards, including the ability to mandate recalls of contaminated food products and to impose stricter penalties for non-compliance.
- Funding for Research and Development: The SAVE Act allocates funding for research initiatives aimed at developing innovative food safety technologies and practices, with a focus on preventing foodborne illnesses.
- Collaboration with State Agencies: The legislation encourages partnerships between federal and state food safety agencies to improve coordination and response efforts during food safety emergencies.
Funding and Authorities: The bill proposes increased appropriations for the FDA to implement the new regulations and conduct research. Specific funding levels are not detailed in the text but are expected to align with the agency’s annual budgetary process.
Programs and Agencies Affected: The primary agency impacted by the SAVE Act is the FDA, particularly its Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. State health departments and local food safety agencies will also play a critical role in the implementation of the bill’s provisions.
Beneficiaries: Consumers will benefit from enhanced food safety measures, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses. Food producers and manufacturers may face increased regulatory scrutiny but will also gain access to resources for improving safety practices.
Key Timelines: The bill is currently in the Senate following its introduction and passage in the House. Further actions, including potential amendments and voting schedules, will determine its progression toward becoming law.
Yea (220)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (208)
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
