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CRN’s 2025 ‘Day on the Hill’ unites industry leaders and lawmakers to advance nutrition policy

The event followed a targeted CRN campaign to introduce all 79 freshman congressional offices to the industry’s impact on public health and the economy.

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WASHINGTON — More than 79 executives from the dietary supplement and functional food industry gathered in the nation’s capital this week for the Council for Responsible Nutrition’s (CRN) annual Day on the Hill. The June 11 event brought together leading supplement manufacturers and suppliers for 69 in-person meetings with members of Congress, emphasizing shared priorities for public health and nutrition policy.

Organized by CRN, the industry's leading trade association, the event gave executives the opportunity to advocate for key policy goals, including expanding Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) eligibility for supplements, addressing challenges around the FDA’s interpretation of drug preclusion, and reinforcing support for the FDA’s Office of Dietary Supplement Programs (ODSP).

“CRN’s Day on the Hill is a powerful reminder that science-driven policy and strong regulatory frameworks begin with honest, constructive conversations,” said Steve Mister, CRN President and CEO. “We appreciate the many members of Congress and staff who welcomed our members and listened with interest to the issues that matter most to the millions of Americans who rely on dietary supplements for better health.”

Industry leaders from companies such as Kenvue and Nestlé Health Science highlighted the value of these conversations. “CRN’s Day on the Hill was a tremendous success for Kenvue,” said Katie Butler, Head of US Zarbee’s & Dietary Supplements. “It gave us a unique opportunity to connect with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle and share how our industry’s products play a vital role in supporting the health and wellness of American families. These conversations are essential to ensuring policymakers understand the value we bring to public health.”

Barry Ritz, PhD, Vice President and Head of U.S. Regulatory, Scientific & Medical Affairs at Nestle Health Science echoed Butler’s sentiments: “These meaningful conversations plant seeds to help ensure our policymakers are aware of the critical benefits our products deliver to patients and consumers across the nation. This kind of outreach enables us to build connections with lawmakers and clearly demonstrate how our industry’s products support the health and wellness of all Americans.”

The event followed a targeted CRN campaign to introduce all 79 freshman congressional offices to the industry’s impact on public health and the economy. “Our outreach strategy in 2025 has been grounded in proactive education and collaborative advocacy,” said Julia Gustafson, CRN’s Vice President of Government Relations. “The Day on the Hill is where those relationships take root. When policymakers see that our industry is science-based, transparent, and committed to responsible innovation, the path forward becomes clearer.”

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