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, including definitions and regulations related to "cell-cultured protein." The term "cell-cultured protein" is defined 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 grants the Department of Health and Senior Services the authority to promulgate rules to implement the new regulations regarding cell-cultured protein, which may impose requirements beyond those established by federal law. The new section 265.443 reiterates the prohibition on the sale of cell-cultured protein and establishes that this section takes precedence over any conflicting state laws. Overall, the bill aims to regulate the emerging market of cell-cultured protein products in Missouri, ensuring compliance with state-specific standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (6538H.01): 196.010, 196.016, 196.045, 196.050, 265.443