CELL-CULTIVATED ANIMAL PROTEINS – Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding cell-cultivated animal protein labeling, oversight, and penalties.

This Idaho bill (S 1270) requires clear labeling for cell-cultivated animal protein products (often called "lab-grown meat"). It mandates that such products display phrases like "lab-grown," "cell-cultivated," or "cell-cultured" prominently on packaging and menus, while prohibiting use of traditional meat terms (e.g., "steak" or "roast") unless authorized by the USDA. The Idaho Department of Agriculture will enforce these rules, conduct inspections, and impose civil penalties up to $500 per violation for non-compliance. The law directly affects manufacturers, producers, and restaurants selling these products, with an effective date of July 1, 2026.