United States Senate

Industry advocate Sen. Orrin Hatch to retire

03-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

The supplement industry will lose one of its staunchest allies when Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-UT retires at the end of the year.

Rep. Mia Love joins changing leadership ranks of Dietary Supplement Caucus

07-Aug-2017 By Hank Schultz

The Dietary Supplement Caucus, an ever-fluid assembly of lawmakers who support the industry, has a new leader in the form Rep. Mia Love, R-UT, who will take over the co-chair position from former Rep. Jason Chaffetz, who has retired.

Potential new head of FDA could postpone Nutrition Facts label changes if confirmed

06-Apr-2017 By Elizabeth Crawford

The implementation deadline for the new Nutrition Facts label, which includes a new line indicating added sugars, could be pushed back several years if President Trump’s nominee for FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb is confirmed.

Industry's message remains strong in Congress through political tumult, trade orgs say

24-Jan-2017 By Hank Schultz

The rapid reconstitution of the Dietary Supplements Caucus shows that despite the unprecedented tumult in national politics, the support for the industry remains as strong as ever within the halls of Congress.

Despite GOP legislative control, active industry engagement still critical, trade groups say

09-Nov-2016 By Hank Schultz

Donald Trump’s stunning upset victory has dumbfounded pundits both at home and abroad. But it is of less importance for the dietary supplement industry than the result of the down ticket races, trade group executives said this morning.

Amendment to limit military access to dietary supplements withdrawn

11-May-2016 By Stephen Daniells

An amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to impose restrictions on the sale of dietary supplements at military base commissaries has been withdrawn.

Sen McCaskill asks DoJ for enforcement records on dietary supplements

30-Mar-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Senator Claire McCaskill, the ranking member of the US Senate Special Committee on Aging, is seeking a comprehensive list of enforcement actions taken by the Department of Justice related to the dietary supplement industry.

Bill requires mandatory GMO labeling but would not require front of pack ‘warning’ statements

Sen. Merkley introduces new GMO labeling bill backed by Campbell Soup, Amy's Kitchen, but critics say it “can’t pass”

03-Mar-2016 By Elaine Watson

Two days after Senator Pat Roberts’ voluntary GMO labeling bill got the green light from the Senate agriculture committee, Senator Jeff Merkley* (D-OR) has introduced a ‘common-sense’ alternative he claims will please supporters of mandatory GMO labeling,...

Mixed reaction from industry on new FDA commissioner

25-Feb-2016 By Adi Menayang

Dr. Robert Califf, President Obama’s nominee, has been confirmed to be the new FDA commissioner, and several supplement industry trade associations are trying to schedule a meeting with him as soon as possible.

GMA: 'HR 1599 protects the consumer from a costly and confusing 50 state patchwork of labeling laws'

House passes Pompeo bill that would prevent state-mandated GMO labeling

23-Jul-2015 By Elaine Watson

The US House of Representatives has passed the industry-backed voluntary GMO labeling bill - The Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act 2015 - by 275 votes to 150, and rejected all four amendments it was asked to consider.

AHPA: 2015 will see changes in Congress, implementation of FSMA rules and progress on cannabis restrictions

12-Jan-2015 By Michael McGuffin, president, American Herbal Products Association

The herbal products industry can expect several recent trends to continue in 2015, but there are also some significant changes on the horizon. Here are a few things the industry can look for in 2015.

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UNPA: On a host of issues, it's back to the future in 2015

08-Jan-2015 By Loren Israelsen, president of the United Natural Products Alliance

On the cusp of its 30th anniversary, there’s been a lot of talk about the look forward provided by the 1985 movie, Back to the Future. A similar look back at the natural health products industry to see the future is not such a far-fetched idea. A number...

Post election committee shuffles emphasize need for industry engagement, observers say

11-Nov-2014 By Hank Schultz

The landslide victory of Republican House and Senate candidates in the recent midterm elections will have broad implications for the dietary supplements business. But even with the GOP now holding majorities in both houses, it’s still business as usual,...

Momentum grows for UNPA state chapter initiative – It is absolutely the right strategy, says Israelsen

21-May-2014 By Stephen Daniells

Key meetings in North Carolina and Hawaii are adding momentum to the United Natural Products Alliance’s state-by-state approach to cultivate the next generation of legislative advocates who can take over in Washington.

Torch passed in Senate during NPA lobbying day

10-Apr-2014 By Hank Schultz in Washington, DC

The Natural Products Association lobbying day began with an address from a new advocate for the industry and ended with remarks from one of the industry’s oldest champions.

Harkin, Heinrich, and the return of Fabricant: Natural Products Day 2014

10-Apr-2014 By Stephen DANIELLS

The Natural Products Association held its annual Natural Products Day in Washington, DC, on April 8, with Sen. Tom Harkin and Martin Heinrich addressing the members. The association also named its new CEO. In this gallery, we take you behind the scenes...

Connecticut State Senate passes GMO labeling legislation

23-May-2013 By Hank Schultz

The legislative pressure on mandatory GMO labeling continues to build, at least on the state front, as the Connecticut State Senate voted 35-1 in favor of SB 802, a bill that would require labeling of products with genetically modified ingredients.

New Mexico GMO labeling bill heads for state legislature

09-Jan-2013 By Elaine WATSON

New Mexico has joined Washington and California to become the latest US state asked to consider mandatory labeling for foods containing genetically engineered ingredients.

Industry champion Hatch wins Utah republican primary

28-Jun-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

The dietary supplements industry in Utah and beyond has welcomed Sen. Orrin Hatch’s victory in his state's republican primary.

Natural Products Association names John Shaw as its new CEO

12-Jun-2012 By Elaine Watson

Washington DC insider and former administration official John Spitaleri Shaw has been named as the new chief executive and executive director of the Natural Products Association (NPA).

Industry enjoys ‘significant victory’ over ‘Durbin amendment’

25-May-2012 By Stephen Daniells

The dietary supplements industry has hailed the defeat of Sen. Richard Durbin's controversial amendment to the pending Food and Drug Administration (FDA) User Fee Act.

Industry welcomes Food Safety Bill

23-Dec-2010

Industry groups have welcomed the passage of the Food Safety Bill, highlighting lobbying efforts and Congressional support that kept potential burdens out of the amended legislation.

NPA warns industry to be alert following mid-terms

03-Nov-2010 By Stephen Daniells

The Natural Products Association (NPA) has warned the industry to stay alert for “lame duck” sessions, following yesterday’s mid-term elections.

Give FDA more bite, Senate hearing told as DSHEA Implementation Bill is reintroduced

26-May-2010 By Shane Starling

Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) chief Steve Mister will tell a Senate Special Committee on Aging meeting today that the dietary supplements industry is adequately regulated, but the FDA requires more funding to police it.

What Obama means for functional foods and supplements: Part I

20-Jan-2009 By Loren Israelsen

As we enter the Obama era today, NutraIngredients-USA.com examines the likely effects of the much-awaited Congressional shift on the functional foods and dietary supplements industries. According to industry veteran Loren Israelsen, the road ahead could...