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Real MEAT Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:09 PM
Summary of Bill S 3281
The Real MEAT Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 3281, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a clear definition of what constitutes "meat" in order to prevent misleading labeling practices in the food industry.
Under the Real MEAT Act, only products that are derived from the flesh of an animal can be labeled as "meat." This means that plant-based or lab-grown products cannot be marketed as meat unless they meet certain criteria outlined in the bill.
The bill aims to protect consumers from being misled by false advertising and ensure that they are able to make informed choices about the food they purchase. By establishing a standard definition of meat, the Real MEAT Act seeks to promote transparency and honesty in the food industry. Overall, the Real MEAT Act of 2023 is a bipartisan effort to regulate the labeling of meat products and provide clarity for consumers. It is currently under review in Congress and may have a significant impact on the way meat alternatives are marketed in the future.
Under the Real MEAT Act, only products that are derived from the flesh of an animal can be labeled as "meat." This means that plant-based or lab-grown products cannot be marketed as meat unless they meet certain criteria outlined in the bill.
The bill aims to protect consumers from being misled by false advertising and ensure that they are able to make informed choices about the food they purchase. By establishing a standard definition of meat, the Real MEAT Act seeks to promote transparency and honesty in the food industry. Overall, the Real MEAT Act of 2023 is a bipartisan effort to regulate the labeling of meat products and provide clarity for consumers. It is currently under review in Congress and may have a significant impact on the way meat alternatives are marketed in the future.
Congressional Summary of S 3281
Real Marketing Edible Artificials Truthfully Act of 2023 or the Real MEAT Act of 2023
This bill prohibits the sale of any imitation meat food product unless its label includes (1) the word imitation, and (2) a statement that clearly indicates the product is not derived from or does not contain meat.
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Current Status of Bill S 3281
Bill S 3281 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 9, 2023. Bill S 3281 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 9, 2023. Bill S 3281's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of November 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3281
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3281
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3281
Real MEAT Act of 2023
Real MEAT Act of 2023
Real Marketing Edible Artificials Truthfully Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure that consumers can make informed decisions in choosing between meat products such as beef and imitation meat products, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3281
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