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HB 4865

Food: other; testing of baby foods for heavy metals; require. Amends 2000 PA 92 (MCL 289.1101 - 289.8111) by adding sec. 7130.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joey Andrews and 25 co-sponsors

Summary of HB 4865: Requiring Baby Food Testing for Heavy Metals OverviewThis bill, introduced in the Michigan state legislature in March 2025, would amend the state's Food Law to

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Bill Summary · HB 4865

Summary of HB 4865: Requiring Baby Food Testing for Heavy Metals

Overview

This bill, introduced in the Michigan state legislature in March 2025, would amend the state's Food Law to require the testing of baby food products for the presence of heavy metals. The primary intent is to ensure the safety and quality of baby food sold in Michigan by setting standards for maximum allowable levels of heavy metals.

Key Provisions

  • Adds a new section (7130) to the Michigan Food Law mandating that all manufacturers, wholesalers, or distributors of baby food products test their products for the presence of heavy metals, including lead, cadmium, mercury, and arsenic.
  • Establishes maximum allowable levels for heavy metals in baby food, based on guidelines from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
  • Requires baby food producers to regularly submit test results to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) for review.
  • Grants MDARD the authority to suspend the sale of any baby food products that exceed the established heavy metal limits.
  • Imposes civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation for non-compliance with the testing and reporting requirements.

Impact

  • This legislation is intended to protect the health and safety of infants and young children in Michigan by ensuring baby food products do not contain dangerous levels of heavy metals.
  • It would place additional testing and reporting requirements on baby food manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors operating in the state.
  • Consumers in Michigan would have greater assurance that the baby food they purchase has been properly tested and meets safety standards for heavy metal content.
  • MDARD would be responsible for overseeing compliance with the new law and taking enforcement action against non-compliant companies.

Timeline

If enacted, the provisions of HB 4865 would take effect 90 days after the bill is signed into law. Baby food producers would be required to begin heavy metal testing and reporting to MDARD at that time.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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