Bill > HB735

This bill requires sellers of meat, meat products, poultry, poultry products, and shrimp in Texas to include a clear and conspicuous label indicating whether the food originated within the state. Specifically, the bill adds two new sections to the Texas Health and Safety Code: Section 433.046 covers meat and poultry products, while Section 436.083 addresses shrimp. These new labeling requirements will apply to all such food products sold in Texas, mandating that consumers be informed about the state of origin for these specific food items. The executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission is tasked with developing the necessary rules to implement these new labeling requirements, with the bill set to take effect on September 1, 2025. The goal appears to be providing greater transparency to consumers about the source of their food products, potentially helping them make more informed purchasing decisions or supporting local Texas producers.

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