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S. 1822: SAFE FOOD Act of 2025

A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeSenate bill (S.)
Originating chamberSenate
Introduced2025-05-20
SponsorSen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Policy areaAgriculture and Food
Cosponsors1
Latest action2025-05-20 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Last updated2026-05-12

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-05-20):

Study And Framework for Efficiency in Food Oversight and Organizational Design Act of 2025 or the SAFE FOOD Act of 2025

This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to conduct a study and submit a report to Congress on the consolidation of federal food safety agencies into a single agency.

Federal agencies that currently have a role in food safety include the Food Safety and Inspection Service, which is part of the USDA, and the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which are part of the Department of Health and Human Services.

Cosponsors (1)

NameParty / state
David McCormick R PA 2026-05-11

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 1822 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is S. 1822?

S. 1822 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: SAFE FOOD Act of 2025.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 1822 are available on congress.gov.

Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).