SB 627 Illinois Senate · 100th Regular Session

GENETICALLY ENGINEERED FOOD

Summary
Creates the Genetically Engineered Food Right To Know Act. Provides that all foods containing genetically engineered material or produced with genetically engineered material must be clearly marked with a label placed in a conspicuous place that indicates that the food contains genetically engineered material or was produced with a genetically engineered material. Provides the specific language to be included on the label. Provides that the Department of Public Health may adopt rules necessary for the implementation of the Act.
Bill status failed 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2017
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Introduced Jan 25, 2017 Last action Jan 9, 2019
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Jan 9, 2019
Senate · Failed
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Jan 25, 2017
Senate · Referred to committee
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John J. Cullerton
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