H.R.1232: Imported Produce Labeling Act of 1997

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about law
  • Introduced April 8, 1997
  • Latest Major Action April 11, 1997

Bill Cosponsors

102 (55 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 47 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Imported Produce Labeling Act of 1997 - Requires country of origin labeling of perishable agricultural commodities imported into the United States. Authorizes fines for violations of such provision.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Risk Management and Specialty Crops.
April 8, 1997

Introduced in the House by Sonny Bono (R-Calif.)

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