Bill > H3746

This bill requires food manufacturers, dealers, distributors, wholesalers, and retailers in South Carolina to label any food or food products containing modified ribonucleic acid (modRNA), which is a type of genetically altered RNA. The bill defines "food" and "food product" broadly to include anything produced, processed, packaged, sold, or harvested for human consumption. Any person who fails to properly label food products containing modRNA would be subject to legal penalties, specifically a misdemeanor charge that could result in a fine of up to $500 or imprisonment for up to 30 days, with each violation considered a separate offense. The bill includes a standard severability clause to ensure that if any part of the act is found unconstitutional, the remaining provisions would still be valid, and it would take effect immediately upon the Governor's approval. The primary aim of this legislation appears to be increasing transparency about genetic modifications in food products by mandating clear labeling for consumers.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=3746&session=126&summary=B