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OK SB2031
OK SB2031Agriculture; requiring meat products to be labeled with certain information. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to agriculture; defining terms; requiring meat products to be labeled with their country of origin for retail purposes; authorizing the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry to promulgate and enforce rules; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill requires that any meat products, defined as parts or products from cattle, goats, poultry, sheep, and swine sold for human consumption, must be labeled with their "country of origin" when sold at retail, meaning sold directly to consumers. The "country of origin" is defined as the place where the animal was born, raised, and slaughtered. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry is authorized to create and enforce rules to ensure compliance, including procedures for dealing with incorrectly labeled or adulterated meat, and retailers who do not comply will face penalties. This new law will take effect on November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Agriculture and Wildlife (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb2031&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB2031%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB2031%20INT.PDF |
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