Bill > SB0260

This bill amends Tennessee state law to introduce new regulations regarding the labeling of meat products in relation to mRNA vaccines. Specifically, the bill first defines "mRNA vaccine or vaccine material" as a substance that stimulates antibody production and provides disease immunity by introducing messenger RNA corresponding to a viral protein. The legislation then explicitly permits meat producers and sellers to label their products as "mRNA free" or with similar language, provided that the animals from which the meat was derived were not administered an mRNA vaccine. This means that if a farmer has not used mRNA vaccines on their livestock, they can voluntarily indicate this fact on their meat packaging. The bill aims to provide transparency for consumers who may have concerns about or preferences regarding mRNA vaccine use in animal agriculture. The new provisions will take effect immediately upon becoming law, reflecting the state legislature's belief that this change serves the public welfare by offering additional information to consumers about their meat products.

Health and Social Services

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0260&ga=114