Bill · S. 5498· Senate(119-S-5498)
Alpha-gal Allergen Inclusion Act
- Introduced
- 9/24/2026
- Last activity
- 9/24/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- Sponsored by
- Mark Warner
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Alpha-gal Allergen Inclusion Act. Its main job is to change the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Specifically, it adds alpha-gal to the official definition of a major food allergen. This change includes things like ingredients from non-catarrhine primate mammals and certain red algae. The bill states that certain mammal-derived ingredients without detectable levels of alpha-gal are not included. The new rule will take effect 18 months after the bill is enacted.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5
By adding alpha-gal to the definition of a major food allergen, the bill enhances food safety protections for consumers with this specific allergy.
Would children be better off under this?+3
Children with alpha-gal syndrome will benefit from mandatory allergen labeling and awareness.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
Young adults with alpha-gal allergies will benefit from clearer food labeling protections.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Better Allergen Awareness: By adding alpha-gal to the definition of a major food allergen under Section 2, the bill helps protect everyday people by ensuring this specific allergen is recognized under food safety laws.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Compliance Burdens: Based on the provided text, there are no explicit negative impacts or burdens mentioned for individuals or groups, though the text gives food makers 18 months under Section 2 to adjust to the new rule.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+3Good For Middle Aged+3Good For People With Disabilities+3Good For Seniors+3Good For Young Adults+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+5
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+3
- 9/24/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- Introduced in Senate
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