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Food Allergy Advocacy: Take Action in 2026

Food allergy policy is evolving, and your voice matters. Here are actionable ways to support meaningful change in 2026, in just minutes at a time.

Legislation & Actions (5 minutes or less each)

1. ADINA Act (Medication Labeling Transparency)

  • What it does: The Allergen Disclosure In Non-food Articles (ADINA) Act would require labeling of the top 9 food allergens and gluten in medications, not just in food products.
  • Why it matters: Hidden allergens in prescriptions pose a real risk for people with food allergies and celiac disease. As it stands, ER doctors, nurses, and pharmacists cannot easily access complete ingredient information, even after spending hours trying to find it, which can delay care and increase the risk of reactions.
  • Take action:
    • Find your state representatives here
    • Contact your state representatives via phone asking them to “Cosponsor the ADINA Act (H..R. 3821) today”
    • Use: adinaact.com to follow their SAMPLE LETTER template to email your representatives + share why medications need to be labeled for top allergens + gluten for yours and others safety

2. EPIPEN Act (Cost Cap at $60)

  • Led by: Representative Maxwell Frost (FL-10)
  • What it does: The Epinephrine’s Pharma Inflated Price Ends Now Act will cap epinephrine at $60 for a 2-pack.
  • Why it matters: Life-saving medication should never be unaffordable.
  • Take action:

3. NJ SB68, H.R. 5402, & H.B. 181 (Restaurant Allergen Transparency Movement)

  • What it does: Advocates for legislation like the recently passed California SB68 to require clear allergen labeling and transparency in restaurants on menus. California’s Senate Bill 68 (SB 68), also known as the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act, applies to chain restaurants with 20 or more locations nationwide.
  • Why it matters: Up to 25% of anaphylaxis reactions occur in restaurants, where ingredient visibility is often limited and allergy awareness is lacking.
  • Take action:

4. “May Contain” Food Packaging Labeling Reform (FDA)

  • Issue: We currently have voluntary, inconsistent precautionary labeling with no guarantees the information is correct.
  • What it does: Advocates for clear, standardized allergen labeling by replacing vague “may contain” statements with transparent, reliable, actionable information consumers can use to make educated decisions before eating a product.
  • Why it matters: Current precautionary allergen labeling is not regulated and is inconsistent, leaving people with food allergies without clear, reliable information to make safe eating decisions.
  • Take action:

5. Snack Safety / Petition Campaigns

  • Focus: Stronger labeling laws + accountability
  • What it does: Advocates for stronger food allergen labeling laws and increased accountability across the food system. Consumers will be able to look at a product and be able to determine if they’re comfortable eating it based on required information the food manufactures will provide.
  • Why it matters: Clear, consistent allergen labeling is critical to help prevent allergic reactions and ensure safer food choices for people living with food allergies.
  • Take action:

6. Elijah’s Law (State-Level Epinephrine Access)

7. Gio’s Law (Law Enforcement Officers with Epinephrine)

  • What it does: Equips law enforcement officers with epinephrine auto-injectors and training to respond to anaphylaxis emergencies.
  • Why it matters: Quick access to epinephrine can save lives during anaphylaxis. Even though some ambulances carry epinephrine, they are not always immediately available, and delays in treatment can be dangerous.
  • Take action:

8. Red Sneakers for Oakley (Epinephrine Access & Food Allergy Awareness)

  • What it does: Promotes legislation and programs that expand epinephrine availability and anaphylaxis training for first responders and public spaces across the United States.
  • Why it matters: Immediate access to epinephrine and proper training can prevent fatal outcomes during anaphylaxis.
  • Take action:
    • Red Sneakers for Oakley is not one specific bill, but a national advocacy movement pushing for stronger policies and awareness. Visit their website to learn more, read Oakley’s story, see current initiatives, and check if there is a local chapter near you to get involved.
    • They’re creating change through programs like Epi Everywhere, which helps bring epinephrine and anaphylaxis training directly into communities. For example, they did work in my own city with Louisville Slugger Sports Complex to equip and train staff to respond to allergic emergencies.

9. Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act (Federal Bill signed into law 2026!)

  • What it does: The Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act was signed into law when it was included as an amendment to the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, and it now mandates training for school food service personnel nationwide.
  • Why it matters: Millions of kids rely on school meals daily, and proper training can help prevent and respond to life-threatening reactions.
  • Take action
    • Check out this Snack Safely article on this bill being signed into law!
    • Now that the law exists, the focus shifts from passing it to ensuring it is implemented effectively and benefits communities. Take action by:
      • Encouraging your local school district to fully implement and prioritize allergy training
      • Asking how and when staff will be trained and how compliance is tracked
      • Sharing resources and best practices with schools and families
      • Following up with lawmakers to support strong guidance and funding for implementation
      • Raising awareness in your community so families know this training is now required

10. Munoz SAFE Act (School Epinephrine Access & Training)

  • What it does: Requires schools to stock epinephrine auto-injectors and ensure staff are trained to recognize and respond to anaphylaxis.
  • Why it matters: Fast access to epinephrine and trained staff can save lives during allergic emergencies in K-12 school settings.
  • Take action
    • Advocate for Munoz SAFE Act–style protections in your state and support policies that ensure all schools are prepared to respond to anaphylaxis.
    • Support related food allergy safety efforts like Zacky’s Bill, a California law requiring accessible food allergy resources and ongoing bills like the Zacky Food Allergy Safety Treatment (FAST) Act that promote broader school allergy safety.
    • Find your state representatives here and contact them to ask them to introduce or support Zacky’s Bill / Zacky FAST Act-style legislation in your state.

Advocacy Events to Join (Annually)

Many offer event discounts, scripts, and will organize to have Capitol Hill representative meetings scheduled for you.

Advocacy in Action: Updated Every Year

Each year, I’ll share an updated, beginner-friendly list and shareable infographic of food allergy legislation and advocacy opportunities you can get involved in.

Whether you’re brand new to policy or have been advocating for years, this space is designed to make it simple: clear bills to support, quick action steps that take five minutes or less, and ways to plug into national and local efforts.

From contacting your representatives to joining advocacy days in Washington, D.C., you don’t need experience to make an impact. You just need a starting point.

Because real change happens when more of us show up together.

Share this 2026 food allergy advocacy infographic!

Infographic

Source: Invisibly Allergic Blog

Use 5 Calls to Contact Your Representatives

The 5 Calls app app is a simple, powerful way to contact your representatives about current legislation in just a few minutes, and it is available as both a mobile app and the 5 Calls website.

It may not include more specific or emerging food allergy bills like the ADINA Act, Elijah’s Law at the state level, restaurant bills like NJ SB68, or show active FDA labeling comment periods. However, broader issues such as healthcare access, drug pricing, and legislation like the EPIPEN Act may appear if they gain national traction, along with general FDA and public health topics.

You can also use the app’s call scripts as a guide when reaching out about food allergy policies, making advocacy feel more approachable and doable for anyone getting started.

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