This bill amends and reenacts several definitions related to non-lactational dairy protein products in Louisiana law, specifically R.S. 3:4743(14) through (18), and introduces a new definition at R.S. 3:4743(19). A key insertion defines "non-lactational dairy protein product" as a food product containing dairy-identical or dairy-derived proteins produced through microbial fermentation, rather than from the natural lactation of mammals. Additionally, the bill enacts R.S. 3:4744.1, which establishes labeling requirements for these products, mandating a clear disclosure statement indicating that the product is produced through microbial fermentation and not derived from mammalian lactation.

Furthermore, the bill enacts R.S. 3:4744(C), which prohibits any person, firm, or corporation from manufacturing, selling, or distributing non-lactational dairy protein products in Louisiana. It also specifies that such products cannot be labeled or marketed as traditional dairy items like milk, cheese, or yogurt. Violations of these provisions will be subject to enforcement and penalties as outlined by existing law. The bill's provisions will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
HB783 Original: 3:4102(1), 40:881(A)
HB783 Engrossed: 3:4102(1), 40:881(A)
HB783 Reengrossed: 3:4102(1), 40:881(A)
HB783 Enrolled: 3:4743(14)
HB783 Act 837: 3:4743(14)