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ID S1270

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Agricultural Affairs Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Alternative animal protein products (including lab-grown, cultivated, and cell-cultured meat) sold in Idaho must be labeled with phrases such as "lab-grown protein," "cell-cultivated protein," or "alternative animal protein"

  • Labels must appear on the principal display panel in font size equal to or greater than the product name; restaurants must include equivalent labeling on menus

  • Products not derived from meat cannot use terms associated with specific meat cuts such as "steak," "roast," "tri-tip," "loin," or "brisket"

  • Idaho Department of Agriculture gains authority to promulgate rules, conduct inspections, and enforce compliance

  • Violations carry civil penalties up to $500 per improperly labeled package, with additional penalties for repeat offenses; effective date is July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding cell-cultivated animal protein labeling, oversight, and penalties.

CELL-CULTIVATED ANIMAL PROTEINS

Last Action

Read First Time, Referred to Agricultural Affairs

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Agricultural Affairs3/4/2026
Agricultural Affairs2/11/2026
Judiciary and Rules2/10/2026

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