Minnesota SF1389 allocates $1.5 million for a study on microplastics in meat and poultry sold in Minnesota.

Minnesota SF1389 allocates $1.5 million in fiscal year 2026 from the general fund to the commissioner of agriculture. The funds will be used to study the presence of microplastics in meat and poultry sold or offered for sale in Minnesota. The study will be conducted in consultation with the commissioner of health and the University of Minnesota. The commissioner of agriculture may contract with private laboratories or other entities as needed. A report with findings and recommendations must be submitted to the relevant legislative committees by February 1, 2026.

Minnesota SF1389 allocates $1.5 million for a study on microplastics in meat and poultry sold in Minnesota.

Minnesota SF1389 allocates $1.5 million in fiscal year 2026 from the general fund to the commissioner of agriculture. The funds will be used to study the presence of microplastics in meat and poultry sold or offered for sale in Minnesota. The study will be conducted in consultation with the commissioner of health and the University of Minnesota. The commissioner of agriculture may contract with private laboratories or other entities as needed. A report with findings and recommendations must be submitted to the relevant legislative committees by February 1, 2026.