South Dakota Senate Passes Bill to Classify Lab-Grown Meat as Adulterated, Awaiting Governor's Decision
The South Dakota Senate has passed a bill that would classify lab-grown meat as 'adulterated' under state law, effectively barring its sale within the state. The bill, which passed the Senate with an 18-16 vote, is now awaiting a decision from Republican Governor Larry Rhoden, who is also a rancher. Proponents of the bill argue that lab-grown meat poses unknown long-term health risks and lacks transparency in its production process. They also express concerns that the technology could lead to further consolidation of the meat supply by large corporations, potentially threatening local ranchers and rural communities. Opponents, including the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association, argue that some lab-grown meat products are federally approved for safety and that labeling them as adulterated without evidence of contamination could lead to costly litigation. The bill's fate now rests with Governor Rhoden, who has expressed personal disapproval of lab-grown meat but has not yet indicated whether he will sign or ... 
