LINK: House Bill 024
SPONSOR: Rep. Heather Scott, Sen. Tammy Nichols
IFF Analysis: -1
STATUS: Awaiting hearing in House Agricultural Affairs
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE:
This bill establishes labeling requirements for alternative animal protein products sold in Idaho, such as lab-grown meat and insect-based proteins. It mandates clear front-of-package disclosures, specifies ingredient listing standards, and outlines penalties for non-compliance, with enforcement managed by the Idaho Department of Agriculture.
LATEST NEWS:
1/21/25: Rep. Scott introduced H24 last Thursday, and the committee voted to print the bill. Watch the video here.
About Brian Almon
Brian Almon is the Editor of the Gem State Chronicle. He also serves as Chairman of the District 14 Republican Party and is a trustee of the Eagle Public Library Board. He lives with his wife and five children in Eagle.
