119th (2025–2027)
H.R. 9593
This bill would ban food packaging that contains intentionally added PFAS (a class of fluorinated chemicals commonly known as "forever chemicals") from being sold across state lines in the United States. The prohibition applies to manufacturers and sellers of food containers, packaging materials, and related products that deliberately incorporate these chemicals during production. PFAS are widely used in food packaging for their water and grease-resistant properties, but they do not break down in the environment or the human body and have been linked to health concerns. The ban would take effect on January 1, 2027, giving manufacturers about six months to reformulate their products or shift to alternative materials. The bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to make violating this requirement an unlawful action, though the legislation does not specify additional funding or enforcement mechanisms.