In a significant move to reform food safety regulations, RFK Jr. is targeting a longstanding loophole that allows chemicals in the food supply, aiming to increase transparency and oversight of food additives. The FDA has also announced proposals for new scrutiny of food ingredients, including mandatory notifications for Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) substances. Critics argue that some proposed changes, while a step forward, may not go far enough to ensure the safety of food products. As part of these efforts, HHS Secretary Kennedy has celebrated new initiatives aligned with President Trump’s MAHA agenda, seeking to enhance food policy and address mounting safety concerns.