US-CONGRESS HR10219: To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to lower the threshold for which criminal penalties apply to a violation of that Act.
Proposed amendment to lower the threshold for criminal penalties under the Food and Nutrition Act; specifics on penalties and compliance measures are not yet defined.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Food & Beverage Manufacturing (FDA/FSMA/USDA) space on September 2, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Food manufacturers, beverage makers, co-packers/private label, and ingredient suppliers. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: To be determined based on committee review and legislative process.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Food & Beverage Manufacturing (FDA/FSMA/USDA) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Potential for increased criminal penalties for violations of the Food and Nutrition Act, though specific thresholds and penalties are not yet established.
Who it affects
Food manufacturers, beverage makers, co-packers/private label, and ingredient suppliers.
What you must do
Monitor the progress of HR10219 and prepare for potential changes in compliance requirements.
Deadline
To be determined based on committee review and legislative process.
Source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/10219
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