Bill > S1270

This bill establishes new requirements for labeling and regulating "cell-cultivated animal protein," which refers to food products made from animal cells grown outside an animal's body, also known as "lab-grown meat" or "cultivated meat." Products sold in Idaho must clearly state "lab-grown," "cell-cultivated," or "cell-cultured" on their packaging in a prominent font, and restaurants must also provide this information on menus. Crucially, these products cannot be marketed using terms typically associated with specific meat cuts like "steak" or "brisket" unless authorized by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Idaho Department of Agriculture will oversee these regulations, with the power to create rules, conduct inspections, and impose civil penalties of up to $500 per violation for manufacturers or marketers who fail to comply, though good-faith errors that are promptly corrected will not be penalized.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Justice

Agricultural Affairs Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/S1270/