Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) and Congressman Don Bacon (R-NE) introduced the Emergency Infant Formula Act - legislation that focuses on increasing the supply of infant formula amid the national shortage crisis. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) is currently working to introduce companion legislation in the Senate.

As of May 10, 43 percent of baby formulas are out-of-stock at stores throughout the United States. These shortages have been driven by a recent voluntary recall by one of the largest domestic producers of infant formula and other ongoing supply chain issues. According to experts at the American Academy of Pediatrics, these shortages are expected to continue for several months.