This bill tightens accuracy requirements for nutrition labels on food products. It amends federal food safety law to declare a food product "misbranded" if the actual nutrient content exceeds what's stated on the label by more than 5 percent. The legislation affects all food manufacturers and distributors who must ensure their products meet this stricter standard. The FDA has 60 days from the bill's enactment to update its regulations to implement this requirement. The bill contains no specific funding authorization, as it primarily creates a new enforcement standard for existing regulatory oversight.
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