America’s food labeling laws have remained untouched for the last decade, leaving consumers with outdated and often misleading information about the food products they purchase. There is growing bipartisan interest in modernizing food labels to promote transparency and public health in addition to addressing food waste and consumer confusion. 

Proposals include:

• Standardized Front-of-Package Labels—Ensure clear, consistent labeling, including disclosure of sodium, fat, and sugar levels and previously hidden ingredients
• Uniform Use by Dates—Establish guidelines for “best if used by” and “use by” labels to cut down on food waste and boost economic efficiency