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Sponsors tell committee HB 10 would require clear labels for cell-cultured foods and bar misleading purchases by schools
Summary
Sponsors of House Bill 10 told the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee the bill would require labeling that distinguishes traditional meat and egg products from cell-cultured alternatives and would prohibit schools from buying deceptively labeled products; senators pressed sponsors on SNAP/WIC interactions and agency implementation.
Representatives sponsoring House Bill 10 urged the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee to endorse legislation that would require manufacturers to clearly label cell-cultured and other alternative-protein products so consumers can distinguish them from traditional animal-based foods.
Sponsors told the committee the measure is aimed at consumer transparency and protecting both traditional agricultural producers and school food programs. Testimony noted that "the cost of groceries has surged by 25% in the last 2 years," and…
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