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MN HF2808

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/12/2012

Primary Sponsor

Karen Clark

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Origin

House of Representatives

87th Legislature 2011-2012

AI Summary

  • Requires labeling of food containing or produced with genetically engineered organisms with bold 10-point type stating "THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A GENETICALLY ENGINEERED ORGANISM, OR WAS PRODUCED WITH A GENETICALLY ENGINEERED ORGANISM"

  • Applies to food derived from organisms treated with genetically engineered organisms, animals fed genetically engineered organisms, and food containing ingredients meeting these criteria

  • Exempts food served in restaurants and other establishments where food is served for immediate human consumption

  • Directs the commissioner to establish methodologies and testing procedures to determine presence of genetically engineered organisms in food

  • Violation is classified as a misdemeanor; effective for food sold, offered for sale, or distributed after January 1, 2013

Legislative Description

Genetically engineered food labeling required.

Last Action

Author added Scalze

3/26/2012

Committee Referrals

Agriculture and Rural Development Policy and Finance3/12/2012

Full Bill Text

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