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MO SB533

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2014

Primary Sponsor

Jamilah Nasheed

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all meat and fish produced in Missouri that is genetically modified and sold in the state for human consumption to bear a label stating it is genetically modified, effective September 1, 2016.

  • Defines "genetically modified" as any animal or fish whose genetic structure has been altered at the molecular level by means not possible under natural conditions, including recombinant DNA and RNA techniques, cell fusion, gene deletion or doubling, introduction of exogenous genetic material, or similar procedures.

  • Violations are classified as class C misdemeanors, with each transaction counted as a separate violation.

  • Exempts animals or fish raised without knowing and intentional use of genetic modification, or if a sworn statement from the seller certifies the animals or fish have not been knowingly or intentionally genetically modified.

  • Authorizes the Department of Agriculture to promulgate rules to implement the section's provisions under chapter 536 authority.

Legislative Description

Requires all genetically modified meat and fish raised and sold in Missouri to be labeled as genetically modified

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Agriculture, Food Production and Outdoor Resources Committee

1/15/2014

Committee Referrals

Agriculture, Food Production And Outdoor Resources1/15/2014

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