This bill amends existing Louisiana law to introduce regulations concerning cell cultured food products. It defines "cell cultured food product" as any cultured animal tissue produced from in vitro animal cell cultures outside of the organism from which it is derived. The bill prohibits the manufacturing, sale, distribution, and mixing of cell cultured food products with traditional meat products, ensuring that such items cannot be offered for human consumption. Additionally, it amends the list of prohibited actions to include the manufacturing and distribution of these products.

The effectiveness of this legislation is contingent upon a final ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States that confirms such prohibitions do not violate the Constitution. However, the bill clarifies that accredited institutions of higher education in Louisiana are still permitted to conduct research on cell cultured food products, regardless of the court's ruling. This dual approach aims to balance regulatory measures with the advancement of scientific research in the field.

Statutes affected:
HB512 Original: 3:4233(A)(4)
HB512 Engrossed: 3:4233(A)(4)
HB512 Enrolled: 3:4233(A)(4)
HB512 Act 555: 3:4233(A)(4)