CT HB06519

Requires labeling of genetically-engineered foods in Connecticut with the words "Produced with Genetic Engineering" once any two of eight specified northeastern states (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York, Pennsylvania, or New Jersey) adopt mandatory labeling laws.

Applies labeling requirements to wholesale foods (on shipping manifests), retail packaged foods (on labels), raw agricultural commodities (on shelf labels or packaging), and seeds or seed stock (on containers or sales receipts).

Exempts processed foods where genetically-engineered materials account for less than 0.9% of total weight until July 1, 2019, and exempts foods produced without the producer's knowledge that seeds or components were genetically-engineered.

Defines "genetically-engineered" to include foods produced through in vitro nucleic acid techniques, recombinant DNA methods, cell fusion techniques, or foods treated with or containing genetically-engineered ingredients, but excludes traditional breeding methods.

Authorizes the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to adopt regulations implementing and enforcing the labeling requirements, effective October 1, 2013.