GENETICALLY ENGINEERED FOOD Senate SponsorsSen. Laura M. Murphy 1/17/2025SenateReferred to Assignments New ActCreates the Genetically Engineered Food Labeling Act. Provides that, beginning on the effective date of the Act, any food offered for retail sale in this State is misbranded if it is entirely or partially produced with genetic engineering and that fact is not disclosed in a specified manner. Provides that the Act shall not be construed to require the listing of specific ingredients as genetically engineered. Creates exemptions from the requirements of the Act. Creates a right of action for violations of the Act. Provides that the Department of Public Health shall adopt rules necessary to implement the Act. Defines terms. Contains a severability provision. Effective January 1, 2026. 1/17/2025SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Laura M. Murphy 1/17/2025SenateFirst Reading 1/17/2025SenateReferred to Assignments