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MN HF2808
Bill
Status
3/12/2012
Primary Sponsor
Karen Clark
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AI Summary
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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"
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Applies to food derived from organisms treated with genetically engineered organisms, animals fed genetically engineered organisms, and food containing ingredients meeting these criteria
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Exempts food served in restaurants and other establishments where food is served for immediate human consumption
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Directs the commissioner to establish methodologies and testing procedures to determine presence of genetically engineered organisms in food
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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