As communication, transportation, and free trade between countries has increased, so has the globalization of our nation's food supply. Since we, the United States of America, are currently importing 15% of our nation's total food supply, as well as 60% of our produce and 80% of our seafood (the FDA may tighten), consumers they often wonder if our food system is truly safe. With the Food and Drug Administration overseeing the safety of many imported products such as fruits, vegetables, seafood, and dairy products, FDA regulations are under constant scrutiny from the public, organizations, and the federal government. Additionally, as contaminated products continue to slip through the FDA's current food safety systems, people are demanding changes. 510 known as the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act of 2010 was called “an important step in the right direction” by FDA Commissioner Margaret Hamburg (Harris) and is one of the bills promoted to bring about this change. However, concern is expressed about the potential effects this bill could have on more than just imported foods. Before starting my research on S. 510, I was confident in the ability of this bill to produce much-needed change in the safety of our food and, therefore, it should pass. However, after learning more about the possible outcome this bill could potentially have if passed, I have come to the conclusion that S. 510 is not yet ready to become law. To begin with, the S.510 FDA Food Modernization Act bill was sponsored by Senator Richard Durban (D-IL), along with 15 other co-sponsors, and was introduced on March 3, 2009. After its introduction it was referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions with Chairman Senator Thomas Harkin (D-IA), as well as the House Homeland Security Subcommittee with Chairman Representative Bennie Thompson (D- MS2) (Gov Track). After a voice vote, the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions passed the bill. On 18 December 2009, the Commission brought the bill to the Senate with an amendment. After being placed on the Senate calendar, it was expected that the bill would be considered by the full Senate during the week of April 19, 2010. However, other bills of greater importance took precedence, such as the Affordable Health HR 3200-American Choices Act. 2009, and it is currently expected that S. 510 will be considered at any time (Summary and Context).