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MS HB1039
Food labeling; require any food containing an mRNA vaccines to be clearly and conspicuously labeled.
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Introduced
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 75-35-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit The Sale Of Any Food That Contains A Messenger Ribonucleic Acid (mrna) Vaccine Or Vaccine Material Unless The Food Labeling Contains A Conspicuous Notification Of The Presence Of The Mrna Vaccine Or Vaccine Material In The Food; To Provide That Nothing Prohibits A Person From Labeling Meat Or A Meat Product As "mrna Free" If The Animals From Which The Meat Or Meat Product Was Derived Were Not Administered An Mrna Vaccine; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi's food labeling laws to require that any food containing an mRNA (messenger ribonucleic acid) vaccine or vaccine material must have a clear and conspicuous label notifying consumers of its presence. The bill defines an mRNA vaccine as a substance intended to stimulate antibody production and provide immunity against disease, which has been authorized or approved by the FDA. Additionally, the legislation explicitly allows food producers to label meat or meat products as "mRNA free" if the animals used to produce the food were not administered an mRNA vaccine. The new labeling requirement aims to provide transparency to consumers about the presence of mRNA vaccines in their food, giving them more information about the products they purchase. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing time for food producers and manufacturers to adapt to the new labeling requirements. This legislation represents a response to ongoing discussions and concerns about mRNA vaccine technology in food production.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/04/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB1039.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2025/html/HB/1000-1099/HB1039IN.htm |
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