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MN SF2563

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/26/2012

Primary Sponsor

Patricia Torres Ray

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Origin

Senate

87th Legislature 2011-2012

AI Summary

  • Requires labeling of all food containing or produced with genetically engineered organisms with a specific disclosure notice in boldface, 10-point minimum type

  • Defines food as "produced with" a genetically engineered organism if the source organism was injected or treated with genetic engineering, the animal was fed genetically engineered feed, or the food contains such an ingredient

  • Exempts food served in restaurants and other establishments for immediate human consumption from labeling requirements

  • Directs the commissioner to establish methodologies for testing food to determine the presence of genetically engineered organisms

  • Creates a misdemeanor penalty for violations, effective January 1, 2013

Legislative Description

Genetically engineered food labeling requirement

Last Action

Referred to Agriculture and Rural Economies

3/26/2012

Committee Referrals

Agriculture and Rural Economies3/26/2012

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