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NY S01147

Bill

Status

Engrossed

6/14/2016

Primary Sponsor

Tony Avella

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Fish wholesalers that sell, offer for sale, transport, or transact in the purchase or sale of fish for human consumption and package fish in sealed containers must clearly label containers with the fish's identity, weight (or standard measure or numerical count), the shipper/packer/distributor name and address, and state of origin

  • Exempts fish wholesalers from marking requirements on individual items if net weight is stated on a written invoice and shipping container, except where new labeling requirements apply

  • Requires fish wholesaler labeling provisions to comply with and be implemented in accordance with all applicable federal laws, rules, and regulations relating to fish

  • Takes effect 180 days after the bill becomes law, with rules and regulations for implementation to be completed by the effective date

Legislative Description

Requires certain information to be included on labeling of fish by fish wholesalers.

Last Action

referred to agriculture

6/14/2016

Committee Referrals

Agriculture6/14/2016
Rules6/8/2016
Agriculture1/9/2015

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