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- H.R.4713
H.R.4713: Genetically Engineered Salmon Labeling Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 3, 2016
- Latest Major Action March 4, 2016
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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Bill Summary
Genetically Engineered Salmon Labeling Act This bill requires the market name of genetically modified (commonly called "GMO") salmon to include "Genetically Engineered" or "GE" in front of the existing market name. The Department of Health and Human Services must ensure that an independent scientific organization reviews and reports on the Food and Drug Administration's environmental assessment of AquAdvantage Salmon.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| March 4, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 3, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| March 3, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Don Young (R-Alaska) |