Bills · HR 2162
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2162Agriculture and Food
Honey Integrity Act
INTRO MAR 14· LAST ACTION MAR 14
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a common problem: food fraud. When honey is 'adulterated' or mixed with cheaper syrups, consumers are essentially paying honey prices for a less valuable product. This isn't just about getting what you pay for; it can also be a health concern for those with allergies or specific dietary needs.
If this bill becomes law, it aims to create more transparency and accountability in the honey market. It would make it harder for companies to sell fake honey and could help support legitimate honey producers by ensuring a fair marketplace. Without this bill, the problem of economically motivated adulteration in honey could continue, leaving consumers vulnerable to deceptive practices and potentially undermining trust in food products.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The Secretary of Health and Human Services (through the FDA) must establish a clear definition for what legally qualifies as 'honey' within one year.
This provision creates a national standard, making it easier to identify and take action against products falsely labeled as honey.
PROVISION 02
Requires qualifying commercial honey packers to test their honey for 'economically motivated adulteration' (e.g., adding cheaper ingredients) using advanced scientific methods.
This mandates proactive checks by the industry to prevent fake honey from reaching consumers, putting the onus on producers to ensure product purity.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that commercial honey packers report findings of economically motivated adulteration to the FDA and law enforcement within 24 hours, and refuse to sell such honey.
This ensures rapid reporting and removal of fraudulent products from the supply chain, protecting consumers quickly.
PROVISION 04
Requires the FDA to establish a 'Honey Integrity Program' to detect fake honey, investigate findings, destroy confirmed adulterated honey, and share data with enforcement agencies and stakeholders.
This establishes a comprehensive government framework for ongoing oversight and enforcement to combat honey fraud.
PROVISION 05
Qualifying commercial honey packers will pay fees to fund the Honey Integrity Program.
This creates a dedicated funding mechanism for the program, ensuring its operations are supported by the industry it regulates.
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1 + 12
R· Florida
YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
115
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 83%
DEM 7 REP 5 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 14
Introduced in House
MAR 14
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2162
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 14, 2025
Last actionMar 14, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 14, 2025
House BillHR 2162Agriculture and Food
Honey Integrity Act
INTRODUCED MAR 14, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 14, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
12
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
