The bill proposes the repeal of sections 196.010, 196.045, and 196.050 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri (RSMo) and enacts five new sections in their place, specifically addressing the regulation of cell-cultured protein. A key insertion defines "cell-cultured protein" as a food product derived from harvesting animal cells and artificially replicating those cells in a growth medium to produce tissue. The new section 196.016 explicitly prohibits the sale or offering for sale of cell-cultured protein for human consumption within the state, with violations subject to penalties similar to those for other food and drug regulations. Additionally, the bill empowers the Department of Health and Senior Services to promulgate rules to implement the new regulations regarding cell-cultured protein, allowing for the establishment of requirements that may exceed federal standards. The new section 265.443 reiterates the prohibition on the sale of cell-cultured protein and asserts its precedence over conflicting state laws. Overall, the bill aims to regulate the emerging market of cell-cultured protein while ensuring public health and safety.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (4050H.02): 196.010, 196.016, 196.045, 196.050, 265.443