House Bill No. [insert bill number] seeks to amend existing laws regarding cell cultured food products in Louisiana. The bill 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. It prohibits the manufacturing, sale, distribution, and mixing of cell cultured food products with traditional meat products, ensuring that such items are not offered for human consumption. The bill also includes provisions for violations and penalties related to these prohibitions.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that its provisions will only take effect upon a final ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States confirming that such prohibitions do not violate the Constitution. However, it clarifies that accredited institutions of higher education in Louisiana are permitted to conduct research on cell cultured food products, regardless of the court's ruling. The amendments and enactments include the addition of definitions and specific prohibitions related to cell cultured food products, while also updating the list of violations under current law.

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