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MS SB2511

Bill

Status

Passed

3/7/2013

Primary Sponsor

Billy Hudson

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Revises syrup labeling requirements to mandate that non-pure syrups list all ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight.

  • Makes it unlawful to label any product as "pure syrup" that does not meet minimum requirements established by the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce.

  • Establishes administrative penalties ranging from $100-$1,000 for first violations, $100-$2,000 for second violations within 12 months, and $1,000-$3,000 for third violations within 18 months.

  • Allows appeal of stop-sale orders to Chancery Court within 30 days and provides administrative hearing rights for those assessed penalties.

  • Requires syrup distributors to maintain records of manufacturers' names and addresses for 3 years and provide information to the commissioner upon request.

Legislative Description

Agriculture; revise syrup labeling requirements and provide for administrative penalties for violations.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/7/2013

Committee Referrals

Agriculture1/21/2013

Full Bill Text

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