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REAL Meat Act of 2025

3/27/2025, 3:38 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1116

Bill 119 HR 1116, also known as the "Cell-Cultured Meat Prohibition Act," aims to prevent the use of Federal funds to support the production and sale of cell-cultured meat. Cell-cultured meat, also known as lab-grown meat, is a type of meat that is produced by culturing animal cells in a laboratory setting, rather than raising and slaughtering animals.

The bill seeks to prohibit the use of taxpayer dollars to support the research, development, production, or marketing of cell-cultured meat. Supporters of the bill argue that cell-cultured meat is not a sustainable or ethical alternative to traditional meat production, and that Federal funds should not be used to promote its development.

Opponents of the bill argue that cell-cultured meat has the potential to reduce the environmental impact of meat production, as well as improve animal welfare. They believe that Federal funds should be used to support the research and development of this innovative technology. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1116 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the future of meat production in the United States. It will be interesting to see how this bill progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on the future of cell-cultured meat in the US.

Congressional Summary of HR 1116

Right to Eat Authentic and Legitimate Meat Act of 2025 or the REAL Meat Act of 2025

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to support, directly or indirectly, the production, advancement, or enhancement of cell-cultured meat. Under the bill, cell-cultured meat means meat that is sourced from the cells of animals and artificially produced in a laboratory.

The bill includes an exemption for federal funds of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) that are used for activities related to cell-cultured meat that is intended for off-planet consumption.

Current Status of Bill HR 1116

Bill HR 1116 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1116 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 7, 2025.  Bill HR 1116's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology. as of March 14, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1116

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
5
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
13
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
13
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1116

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1116

To prohibit the use of Federal funds to support cell-cultured meat, and for other purposes.
To prohibit the use of Federal funds to support cell-cultured meat, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Tate Godfrey

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10 months ago

I don't think it's a good idea to stop funding for it. It could have negative consequences.