H3172

Certified SC Grown designation

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

Prohibits "Certified SC Grown" designation on food containing mRNA.

The bill amends the South Carolina Code to prohibit the "Certified SC Grown" designation on food or food products containing messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA). The Department of Agriculture must ensure applicants certify their products do not contain mRNA. Violators face misdemeanor charges, fines up to $500, or imprisonment up to 30 days per violation. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 14, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 14, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs

Dec 5, 2024

House

Prefiled