What kind of Act was created by the FDA?

The FDA has created several significant acts, one of the most notable being the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) of 1938. This legislation authorized the FDA to oversee the safety of food, drugs, and cosmetics, establishing a framework for the regulation of these products. It also mandated that drugs be proven safe before they could be marketed, significantly enhancing public health protections. Over the years, the FDCA has been amended multiple times to address emerging public health challenges and advances in science.