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TX HB1385
Bill
Status
11/18/2024
Primary Sponsor
Wesley Virdell
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AI Summary
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Requires retailers to label all beef and beef products with the country of origin of the meat, either on the container or on the display case for unwrapped/unpackaged items
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Establishes a civil penalty of $1,000 per day for retailers who violate the labeling requirements
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Authorizes the attorney general to sue to collect civil penalties and recover reasonable expenses including investigative costs, court costs, attorney's fees, witness fees, and deposition expenses
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Amends Chapter 431 of the Health and Safety Code by adding Section 431.085
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the labeling of beef and beef products; providing a civil penalty.
Health
Last Action
Referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development
3/11/2025