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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to food labeling of fish. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Massachusetts 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 labels must provide consumers with information about the safety and risk factors of consuming these fish, particularly regarding toxin levels and their potential health hazards, especially for young children, women of childbearing age, and pregnant women.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2772 (on 03/17/2022)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1513 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1513.pdf |
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