Washington, Aug. 4 -- Congressman Tom Barrett issued the following press release:
Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) joined Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13) and colleagues from both sides of the aisle in introducing the Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, and Research (FASTER) Act of 2026. This bill would amend the Food and Drug Administration's major food allergen labeling requirements to include barley, rye, and oats alongside wheat, closing a gap in federal law that leaves millions of Americans with celiac disease and gluten intolerance exposed to hidden sources of gluten.
"Families deserve to know exactly what's in the food they serve themselves and their children," said Barrett. "Clear labeling gives parents and consumers ...