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HI HCR55

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2013

Primary Sponsor

Faye Hanohano

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expresses support for mandatory labeling of raw fish treated with carbon monoxide or gas to prevent oxidation and maintain color
  • Notes that the European Union, Canada, and Japan have banned carbon monoxide as a color stabilizer in fish because it can mask visual evidence of spoilage
  • States that carbon monoxide-treated fish can appear fresh while concealing underlying health hazards, potentially misleading consumers about freshness
  • Acknowledges that the federal FDA deems carbon monoxide-treated fish as "generally recognized as safe" but no current labeling requirement exists
  • Directs transmission of a certified copy of the resolution to the Director of Health

Legislative Description

Expresses the support for the mandatory labeling of carbon monoxide or gas treated raw fish.

Last Action

Referred to HLT, CPC, referral sheet 34

3/11/2013

Committee Referrals

Health3/11/2013

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