HR 5269Introduced May 2, 2006The Genetically Engineered Food Right to Know Act
Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) has introduced legislation to label genetically engineered foods call the Genetically Engineered Food Right to Know Act (HR 5269).
HR 2916 Summary
The Genetically Engineered Food Right To Know Act of 2006
Consumers wish to know whether the food they purchase and consume is a GE food. Concerns include the potential transfer of allergens into food and other health risks, potential environmental risks associated with the genetic engineering of crops, and religiously and ethically based dietary restrictions. Adoption and implementation of mandatory labeling requirements for GE food produced in the United States would facilitate international trade. This bill acknowledges consumers have a right to know what GE foods they are eating:
* Requires food companies to label all foods that contain GE material and requires the FDA to ensure compliance with testing. Voluntary, non-GE food labels are also permitted.
* A legal framework is established to ensure the accuracy of labeling without creating significant economic hardship on the food production system.
Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) has introduced legislation to label genetically engineered foods call the Genetically Engineered Food Right to Know Act (HR 5269).
HR 2916 Summary
The Genetically Engineered Food Right To Know Act of 2006
Consumers wish to know whether the food they purchase and consume is a GE food. Concerns include the potential transfer of allergens into food and other health risks, potential environmental risks associated with the genetic engineering of crops, and religiously and ethically based dietary restrictions. Adoption and implementation of mandatory labeling requirements for GE food produced in the United States would facilitate international trade. This bill acknowledges consumers have a right to know what GE foods they are eating:
* Requires food companies to label all foods that contain GE material and requires the FDA to ensure compliance with testing. Voluntary, non-GE food labels are also permitted.
* A legal framework is established to ensure the accuracy of labeling without creating significant economic hardship on the food production system.
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