"Alpha-Gal Allergen Inclusion Act"
Alpha-Gal Allergen Inclusion Act
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Summary
Adds alpha-gal to the federal list of major food allergens, requiring clear and specific labeling on all U.S. packaged food products to help Americans with AGS identify products that could trigger a life-threatening allergic reaction.
Full Description
The Alpha-Gal Allergen Inclusion Act would add alpha-gal to the federal list of major food allergens, requiring clear and specific labeling on all U.S. packaged food products and helping Americans with AGS more easily identify products that could trigger a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Companion legislation was introduced in the U.S. House by Rep. Jefferson Van Drew (R-NJ-02). Endorsed by FARE, Alpha-gal Alliance, Alpha-gal Foundation, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, FAACT, and many other organizations.
Legislative Intent
Protect Americans with alpha-gal syndrome by requiring clear allergen labeling of mammalian-derived ingredients on packaged foods, giving AGS patients the confidence to shop and eat safely.
Key Provisions
Adds alpha-gal to the FDA's list of major food allergens under FALCPA; requires clear labeling of alpha-gal (mammalian-derived ingredients) on all packaged food products; helps AGS patients identify safe foods without calling manufacturers.
Who This Bill Serves & Who's Backing It
Core Patient Populations
People with Alpha-Gal Syndrome.
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Legislative Timeline
Votes & Legislative History
STOP TICKS Act
STOP TICKS Act (Strengthening Tick-borne disease Opposition and Prevention Through Investment in Collaboration, Knowledge, and Surveillance Act)
Reauthorizes and expands the federal Tick-Borne Disease Working Group (TBDWG) and increases CDC grant funding for states and researchers combating vector-borne diseases including alpha-gal syndrome.
Strengthening Protections for Children with Food Allergies Act
The Strengthening Protections for Children with Food Allergies Act (H.R. 10228) would amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to require food allergy identification and response training for staff in federal child nutrition programs, including the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and summer meal programs. Introduced by Rep. Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA-10) on September 2, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
FASTER Act of 2021
Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, and Research Act of 2021
Establishes sesame as the ninth major food allergen and directs research into food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome and eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases.
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