Mississippi HB661 mandates labeling of crawfish and seafood to indicate country of origin and authorizes enforcement agencies to investigate.
Mississippi HB661 requires wholesalers, processors, retailers, and food service establishments to label crawfish and seafood with their country of origin. It authorizes the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce and the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources to investigate complaints of noncompliance. The bill outlines civil penalties for violations, with escalating fines for subsequent offenses. It also mandates record-keeping for suppliers to verify compliance and allows for license suspension for severe violations.
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