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GMO Labeling Legislation Gets Bipartisan Push in Congress

Associations Now

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. However, the movement toward GMO labeling has not been without setbacks, most notably a ballot initiative that failed in California last year. The backers.

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GMO Labeling Battle Gets Fresh Kick-Start in Washington

Associations Now

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. But environmentalists and organic food groups say the association has an ulterior motive. Standard, But Voluntary. Activists Push Back.