DANONE USA PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION (FKA DANONE NORTH AMERICA, PBC) for DANONE USA PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION (FKA DANONE NORTH AMERICA, PBC)
What was lobbied
3 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Agriculture AGR
Issues related to organic agriculture, including the improvement of integrity and enforcement of standards, such as updating and finalizing the Origin of Livestock Rule. Supporting USDA conservation programs and policies that can help incentivize farmers to implement climate-smart agricultural practices and outcomes; including S.1251 Growing Climate Solutions Act of 2021 and new farmer incentives via the Build Back Better Act.
Foreign entity interest: Danone SA, identified on Registration (LD-1), is the parent company of Danone North America, PBC and shares the same interests in the lobbying issues listed.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| CHRISTOPHER ADAMO | — |
Environment/Superfund ENV
Supporting policies and legislation to mitigate climate change and advance the U.S. government efforts related to the Paris Agreement; including generally supporting the climate provisions in the Build Back Better Act. Supporting legislative efforts related to building a circular economy, recycling and food packaging materials, such as a national "extended producer responsibility" policy.
Foreign entity interest: Danone SA, identified on Registration (LD-1), is the parent company of Danone North America, PBC and shares the same interests in the lobbying issues listed.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| CHRISTOPHER ADAMO | — |
Food Industry (safety, labeling, etc.) FOO
FDA labeling of plant-based and dairy products. Engaging in USDA nutrition policies related to Women, Infants, & Children Program, School Meals and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; including re-authorization of the Child Nutrition Act. Matters pertaining to the House Oversight and Reform Economic and Consumer Policy Subcommittees baby food inquiry and related Staff Report of February 4, 2021, the FDAs Closer to Zero action plan, and the Baby Food Safety Act (H.R. 2229 and S.1019) Supporting legislative efforts to support medical foods: Medical Nutrition Equity Act H.R. 3783/S. 2013.
Foreign entity interest: Danone SA, identified on Registration (LD-1), is the parent company of Danone North America, PBC and shares the same interests in the lobbying issues listed.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| CHRISTOPHER ADAMO | — |
| STEPHANIE GOODWIN | — |
Foreign entities
Foreign owners and affiliates the filer disclosed. Amounts are as declared on this filing.
| Entity | Country | Principal place of business | Ownership | Contribution declared |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANONE SA | France | France | 100.0% | — |
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