Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act

Senate Bill

S. 3213

119th Congress

Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act

In Committee

Introduced:Nov 19, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Rick Scott

R - FL

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

The Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act expands FDA authority to destroy refused imports that present significant public health concerns. Currently limited to drugs and devices, the bill extends destruction authority to any refused article (foods, cosmetics, supplements) if the Secretary determines it poses public health risks.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

The Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act expands FDA authority to destroy refused imports that present significant public health concerns. Currently limited to drugs and devices, the bill extends destruction authority to any refused article (foods, cosmetics, supplements) if the Secretary determines it poses public health risks.

Last updated: 12/27/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Expands FDA destruction authority beyond drugs/devices to all refused imports
Applies when Secretary determines article presents significant public health concern
Makes unauthorized movement of destruction-ordered articles a prohibited act
Requires FDA to finalize implementing regulations within 90 days
Takes effect 180 days after enactment

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

American consumers gain protection from dangerous imported foods, cosmetics, and supplements that would otherwise be reshipped elsewhere. FDA gains stronger enforcement tools against repeat offenders who attempt to re-import refused articles. Import brokers and foreign manufacturers face increased consequences for shipping violative products. Reduces burden on FDA of monitoring refused articles awaiting export.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3213, 119th Congress (2025). "Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-s-3213