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H.R. 4481

Food Poisoning Penalty Act of 1986

Food Poisoning Penalty Act of 1986 - Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to increase the criminal penalties for adulterating or misbranding any food, drug, device, or cosmetic with the intent to harm another.

Provides for a prison term of up to 15 years and/or a fine of up to $10,000 for a first offense. Provides a minimum term of 15 years' imprisonment and/or a fine of up to $50,000 for subsequent offenses.

Referred to Subcommittee on Crime.

Rep. Lloyd, Marilyn [D-TN-3](D-TN)Sponsor
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  1. CommitteeH11000

    Referred to Subcommittee on Crime.

    Crime Subcommittee
  2. CommitteeH11000

    Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.

    Health and Environment Subcommittee
  3. IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to House Committee on The Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  4. IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  5. IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

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    Introduced in House