The bill amends the Food Law of Michigan, specifically section 7129, to update the labeling requirements for food products. Key changes include the replacement of the word "shall" with "must" to emphasize the mandatory nature of the labeling requirements. Products subject to established standards must be identified by their standard name, while those without a standard must use their common or usual name. Additionally, products sold in sealed packages must bear a complete label that includes the true name of the product, an ingredient statement if applicable, net weight, and the manufacturer's name and address.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions regarding the labeling of meat products, particularly those containing antioxidants or monosodium glutamate, which must be indicated on the label or an adjacent placard. It also specifies that meat products must contain meat entirely from the species indicated in their name and sets a minimum requirement of 20% for each type of meat in products that specify multiple types. Notably, the bill prohibits labeling laboratory-grown meat substitutes as meat and mandates that such products include specific terms like "cell-cultured" or "lab-grown" to accurately inform consumers. All required labeling must be legible to potential customers.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 289.7129
House Introduced Bill: 289.7129
As Passed by the House: 289.7129