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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
06/08/2020
06/08/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to food labeling of fish. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Public Health to implement a food labeling program for commercially caught, landed, and sold saltwater fish, such as tuna, mackerel, swordfish, grouper, striped bass, and bluefish. The label would provide consumers with information about the safety and risk factors of consuming these fish, particularly for young children, women of childbearing age, and pregnant women, based on toxin levels and their potential health hazards.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 06/08/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1327 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1327.pdf |
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