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GMO Labeling Battle Gets Fresh Kick-Start in Washington

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In the discussion draft [PDF] acquired by Politico , GMA suggests creating a national, voluntary labeling program with increased oversight of the industry by the Food and Drug Administration. Barbara Boxer (D-CA) both have introduced GMO labeling bills within the last year. Standard, But Voluntary. Activists Push Back.

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GMO Labeling Legislation Gets Bipartisan Push in Congress

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A bill that would require the labeling of foods that contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs) has bipartisan support, and something else: a major food-industry backer. Barbara Boxer (D-CA) and Rep. The Genetically Engineered Food Right-to-Know Act, introduced in April by Sen. The backers. Momentum building.