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RepublicanBill · H.R. 10278· House(119-HR-10278)

REAL Sugar Act

Rep. Mace
Age: 49 years
South Carolina
Introduced
9/3/2026
Last activity
9/3/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by
Nancy Mace
Cosponsors
None
Health
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Removing Excess Additives and Limiting Sugar Act" or the "REAL Sugar Act," aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. It specifically seeks to prohibit high fructose corn syrup in food intended for human consumption. The prohibition will not take effect until two years after the Act is enacted. Additionally, the Secretary of Health and Human Services must submit a report to Congress three years after enactment. This report will cover industry reformulation efforts and any regulatory changes made to comply with the Act.

Yes· 3 of 21

  • Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5

    The ban on high fructose corn syrup provides greater transparency and protection for consumers regarding food additives.

  • Would children be better off under this?+4

    Reducing high fructose corn syrup in food can have positive long-term health outcomes for children.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+3

    The bill expands the regulatory scope of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

The opposite

  • Would farmers be better off under this?-5

    The ban on high fructose corn syrup would negatively impact the corn industry and corn farmers.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-3

    Food manufacturers will face costs associated with reformulating products to remove high fructose corn syrup.

  • Would people in rural areas be better off under this?-3

    Rural agricultural economies reliant on corn production may suffer.