Bill > SB278

This bill, titled the "Corn Masa Nutrition Enhancement Act," mandates that starting July 1, 2027, corn masa flour and wet corn masa products sold or used in Georgia must contain specific amounts of folic acid: 0.7 milligrams per pound for corn masa flour and 0.4 milligrams per pound for wet corn masa products. Corn masa is defined as a dough-like food made from corn that has undergone a process called nixtamalization, which involves soaking corn in water and lime. The bill also requires these products to be labeled with a declaration of folic acid on their nutrition labels, as well as a statement indicating they contain corn masa. However, these requirements do not apply to corn masa used in snack foods, cottage food products made by individuals in their homes, or food products prepared by food service establishments. The Commissioner of Agriculture is authorized to create necessary rules and regulations, and violations of this act are punishable as a misdemeanor, with penalties including jail time and fines.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70921