"ADINA Act"
ADINA Act (Allergen Disclosure in Non-Food Articles)
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Summary
Requires drug labels for human use to clearly identify any ingredient derived from a major food allergen or gluten-containing grain; drugs without disclosure deemed misbranded.
Full Description
Bipartisan bill requiring drug labels to disclose ingredients derived from major food allergens or gluten-containing grains (wheat, barley, rye). Drugs lacking disclosure deemed misbranded under federal law. Takes effect 2 years after enactment or on date set by HHS Secretary.
Key Provisions
Requires drug labels to identify major food allergen or gluten-derived ingredients. Drugs without disclosure deemed misbranded. Effective 2 years post-enactment. Does not mandate reformulation.
Who This Bill Serves & Who's Backing It
Core Patient Populations
People with food allergies — including children, students, and their families.
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"I support the ADINA Act because no family should have to guess whether a household product contains a life-threatening allergen."
"As a father of two kids with life-threatening allergies, I'm asking our representatives to pass the ADINA Act. Labeling saves lives."
"Families managing multiple food allergies live in constant fear of hidden exposure. This bill gives us the information we need to make safe choices."
"I'm advocating for clear labeling on all consumer products, not just food. The ADINA Act closes a dangerous gap in current law."
"My toddler had a reaction to a baby wipe containing an undisclosed allergen. We need the ADINA Act so parents can trust the products they buy."
"Hidden allergens in medications and personal-care products are a real and preventable danger. This bill is a common-sense safety measure."
"As a school nurse, I see children react to non-food items in classrooms. Federal labeling standards would help schools keep students safe."
"I support the ADINA Act because ingredient transparency should not stop at the kitchen. Families deserve to know what is in the products they bring into their homes."
"Our daughter went into anaphylaxis from a personal-care product with undeclared almond oil. This legislation would prevent the next family from living through the same nightmare."
"As an adult with a severe tree-nut allergy, I've had reactions from hand soaps and lotions. Non-food allergen labeling is long overdue."
"My son is allergic to sesame and dairy hidden in non-food products like cosmetics and household items. The ADINA Act would finally give families the labeling transparency we need to keep our kids safe at home and in public."
Grade nine and grade 10 health education Standards of Learning; severe allergic reaction awareness training
Requires the Board of Education to include severe allergic reaction awareness training in the health education Standards of Learning for grades nine and 10.
Youth Facility Health Records Rule
Health record maintenance for youth facilities
Requires youth facilities to maintain health records for youth, including allergy information and current medications, and ensures that all medical equipment (like inhalers and epinephrine) is transferred securely with the youth.
Allergy awareness and training in restaurants
Requires food service establishments to implement allergy awareness training for staff regarding major food allergens.
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