LC 1338 Legislature · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibit the sale of lab-grown meat in the state of Montana

This bill prohibits the manufacture, sale, holding, or distribution of lab-grown meat, also known as cell-cultured edible products, within Montana. It directly affects restaurants, grocery stores, and other businesses that might sell or produce this type of meat. The law defines cell-cultured products as meat grown from cells rather than from slaughtered animals and requires clear labeling for any such products. Violations are classified as misdemeanors punishable by up to 60 days in jail, and businesses found in violation face disciplinary action or license suspension. The bill also grants state authorities the power to conduct inspections and issue stop-sale orders for non-compliant products.
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Nov 2024
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Introduced Nov 12, 2024 Last action Feb 4, 2025
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