No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026
Rep. Schakowsky Introduces the No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act to Ban PFAS
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It is actively moving forward, but no future votes or hearings have been scheduled yet. There is no companion bill listed for this proposal at this time.
Legislative Progress
This bill faces a tough path because it would require big changes for food and chemical companies. It currently lacks the bipartisan support needed to move forward in the House.
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Small food manufacturers and packaging companies would need to reformulate or switch to new packaging materials that do not contain the 15 banned chemical categories. While the two-year phase-in gives time to adjust, smaller businesses may face higher relative costs for sourcing compliant materials compared to large corporations with more buying power. Some small businesses could benefit if they already use safer packaging and can market that advantage.
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026
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