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.
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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.
