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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 Sponsor
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
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Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Risk Management and Specialty Crops.
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April 8, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Sonny Bono (R-Calif.) |