Congressional Food Allergy Research Caucus
The Congressional Food Allergy Research Caucus works with bipartisan Congressional lawmakers to increase awareness about the rise in prevalence of food allergy, an immune disease that can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
Sign Up for Congressional MembersMembers of the Congressional Food Allergy Research Caucus are committed to advancing policies that prioritize increased research funding, better treatment options, and stronger education initiatives for those living with food allergy.
By working collaboratively with stakeholders across the public and private sectors, we can foster an environment where innovative solutions and life-saving therapies are developed and made accessible to all who need them.
The Congressional Food Allergy Research Caucus is co-chaired by Representative Ben Cline (R-VA-06) and Representative Doris Matsui (D-CA-07).
Every 10 seconds, a food allergy reaction sends a patient to the Emergency Room in the U.S. A type of severe food allergy reaction called anaphylaxis can be deadly. Learn more key food allergy facts and statistics, including prevalence by food allergen.
Facts and StatsFood allergy is a top-tier public health crisis that has an annual $34 billion impact on the American economy and affects patients and families in every U.S. city, state, and territory. Learn more about food allergy issues and legislative opportunities.
Food Allergy IssuesLaunched in May 2021, the Congressional Food Allergy Research Caucus is committed to expanding food allergy research, implementing policies that educate and empower, and supporting the pursuit of innovative treatment options.
Press Release (2021)Join the Congressional Food Allergy Research Caucus
“Legislators, become a part of the fight and join the Congressional Food Allergy Research Caucus. We teens are counting on your support. And if there was a cure for food allergy, my life would be different in all the best ways.”
—FARE Teen Advisory Group (TAG) member
“During my tenure in Congress, I’ve met with several families who have shared tragic stories of loss as the result of dangerous food allergy. Their heartbreaking accounts highlight the need to improve health and safety measures for those afflicted.”
-Representative Ben Cline, of Virginia (VA-06), Caucus Co-Chair
Caucus Members as of 2025
- Rep. Ben Cline, House (R) VA-06 (Co-Chair)
- Rep. Doris Matsui, House (D) CA-07 (Co-Chair)
- Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, House (D) CA-10
- Rep. Kat Cammack, House (R) FL-03
- Rep. Maxwell Frost, House (D) FL-10
- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, House (D) NJ-05
- Rep. Glenn Grothman, House (R) WI-06
- Rep. James Himes, House (D) CT-04
- Rep. Richard Hudson, House (R) NC-09
- Rep. Ro Khanna, House (D) CA-17
- Rep. Michael Lawler, House (R) NY-17
- Rep. Nancy Mace, House (R) SC-01
- Rep. James McGovern, House (D) MA-02
- Rep. Mike Quigley, House (D) IL-05
- Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, House (D) PA-05
- Rep. Janice Schakowsky, House (D) IL-09
- Rep. Brad Schneider, House (D) IL-10
- Rep. Mikie Sherill, House (D) NJ-11
- Rep. Paul Tonko, House (D) NY-20
- Rep. Lori Trahan, House (D) MA-03
“With the help of our food allergy community, this caucus will work to advocate for expanded research and promote policies that lead to new prevention strategies, treatments, and, eventually, a cure for food allergy.”
Representative Doris Matsui, of California (CA-07), Caucus Co-Chair
