Study requirement of microplastics in meat and poultry

This bill appropriates $1.5 million to study microplastics in meat and poultry sold in Minnesota. The Agriculture Commissioner, working with the Health Commissioner and the University of Minnesota, must complete this study by February 1, 2026, and report findings to relevant legislative committees. The study will examine the presence of microplastics in these food products, with no regulatory changes or ongoing funding included. This is a one-time study, not a new law affecting food safety standards.