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MS HB606
Bill
Status
Passed
2/17/2010
Primary Sponsor
Mark DuVall
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AI Summary
- Reenacts Sections 69-7-601 through 69-7-617 of the Mississippi Code, known as the "Mississippi Catfish Marketing Law of 1975," making the law permanent
- Repeals Section 69-7-619, which contained the sunset provision that would have automatically repealed the Catfish Marketing Law
- Requires all retailers and food service establishments to inform consumers of the country of origin of catfish products at the final point of sale, including on menus and labels
- Restricts the term "catfish" to species within the family Ictaluridae, making it unlawful to use the term when advertising, labeling, or selling fish from the families Siluridae, Clariidae, or Pangasiidae (such as imported basa or swai)
- Establishes penalties for violations: up to $1,000 for a first offense, up to $2,000 for a second offense, and up to $5,000 and/or indefinite license suspension for subsequent violations, with a three-day correction period after initial written notice
Legislative Description
Mississippi Catfish Marketing Law; delete repealer.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
2/17/2010
Full Bill Text
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