Iowa HF2443 mandates a country of origin label for beef and pork products sold in the state, requiring the Department of Agriculture and Land.
Iowa HF2443 requires the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship to create a country of origin labeling program for beef and pork products sold in the state. This includes muscle cuts of beef and pork, as well as ground beef and pork. The department must obtain a waiver from the USDA before implementing this program. The bill also allows for injunctive relief for violations and specifies penalties for non-compliance.
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