The proposed bill seeks to prohibit the manufacture, sale, and distribution of any products containing cell-cultured protein in the state of South Dakota. A new section will be added to chapter 34-18, stating that individuals may not sell, hold, offer for sale, or distribute such products, with violations classified as a Class 2 misdemeanor. Additionally, the bill allows the department to inspect food service establishments for compliance and issue stop-sale orders if violations are found. Upon conviction, the department may also suspend or revoke licenses related to food service establishments.

Furthermore, the bill amends existing definitions in chapter 39-5 to include "cell-cultured protein" as a product made from cell cultures or DNA of animals, cultivated outside of live animals. It also introduces a new section that explicitly prohibits the manufacture of cell-cultured protein products for sale, with similar penalties for violations. Any products manufactured in violation of this prohibition may be seized and condemned by the circuit court. Overall, the bill aims to regulate the emerging market of cell-cultured protein and ensure compliance with state food safety standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/23/2026: 32-22-51.2, 39-5-6, 39-5-38