Bill · H.R. 9048· House(119-HR-9048)

Celiac Safety Act of 2026

Age: 82 years

Missouri

Introduced: 5/29/2026
Last activity: 5/29/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Emanuel Cleaver
Cosponsors: - 44 - 7

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Celiac Safety Act of 2026," seeks to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. It proposes to include gluten-containing grain in the definition of a major food allergen. The amendment specifically adds gluten-containing grain after wheat in the existing law. This definition would include wheat, rye, and barley, as well as their crossbred hybrids like triticale. The new rules would only apply to food introduced into interstate commerce after an 18-month period following the bill's enactment.

Yes· 3 of 4

Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+7
The bill improves consumer safety by requiring more explicit labeling of gluten-containing grains as major food allergens.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+5
The bill assists people with dietary disabilities or medical conditions like celiac disease by improving allergen transparency.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+3
Identifying gluten-containing grains as major allergens helps individuals manage food-related health conditions like celiac disease.