HB401

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

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Montana HB401 prohibits the sale of lab-grown meat in Montana.

Montana HB401 makes it unlawful to manufacture, sell, hold, or distribute lab-grown meat in Montana. This includes products derived from muscle cells, fat cells, connective tissue, blood, or other meat components produced via cell culture. The bill subjects violators to misdemeanor charges, potential imprisonment, and business penalties. It also mandates an immediate stop sale order for products found in violation. The bill defines "cell-cultured edible product" and amends existing sections to enforce the prohibition.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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14 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 1, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Agriculture, Livestock and Irrigation Hearing

Feb 11, 2025

3:00 PM

House Agriculture Hearing

History

May 5, 2025

House

Chapter Number Assigned

May 1, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Governor

Apr 25, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by President