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Stephen Hacala Poppy Seed Safety Act
5/1/2025, 2:56 PM
Summary of Bill S 1258
Bill 119 s 1258, also known as the "Poppy Seed Safety Act," aims to prevent the sale of food products that contain unsafe poppy seeds. Poppy seeds are commonly used in baking and cooking, but they can also contain trace amounts of opiates, which can be harmful if consumed in large quantities.
The bill prohibits the sale of any food product that is found to contain unsafe levels of poppy seeds. This includes products such as bread, bagels, and pastries that may contain poppy seeds as an ingredient. The goal of the bill is to protect consumers from accidentally ingesting harmful substances and to ensure the safety of the food supply.
If passed, the bill would require food manufacturers to test their products for poppy seed content and ensure that they are within safe limits before they can be sold to the public. Violators of the law would face penalties and potential legal action. Overall, the Poppy Seed Safety Act is aimed at safeguarding public health and ensuring that consumers can trust the safety of the food products they purchase.
The bill prohibits the sale of any food product that is found to contain unsafe levels of poppy seeds. This includes products such as bread, bagels, and pastries that may contain poppy seeds as an ingredient. The goal of the bill is to protect consumers from accidentally ingesting harmful substances and to ensure the safety of the food supply.
If passed, the bill would require food manufacturers to test their products for poppy seed content and ensure that they are within safe limits before they can be sold to the public. Violators of the law would face penalties and potential legal action. Overall, the Poppy Seed Safety Act is aimed at safeguarding public health and ensuring that consumers can trust the safety of the food products they purchase.
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Current Status of Bill S 1258
Bill S 1258 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 2, 2025. Bill S 1258 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 2, 2025. Bill S 1258's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of April 2, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1258
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
6Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1258
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1258
A bill to prohibit the sale of food that is, or contains, unsafe poppy seeds.
A bill to prohibit the sale of food that is, or contains, unsafe poppy seeds.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1258
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