SENATE BILL REPORT

 

 

                                    SB 6342

 

 

BYSenators Murray, Metcalf, Kreidler and Sutherland

 

 

Requiring accurate labeling of food fish products.

 

 

Senate Committee on Environment & Natural Resources

 

      Senate Hearing Date(s):January 29, 1990

 

      Senate Staff:Ross Antipa (786-7413)

 

 

                            AS OF JANUARY 24, 1990

 

BACKGROUND:

 

The state does not require accurate labeling of food fish products.

 

SUMMARY:

 

Food fish products are to be labeled in conformance with the "List of Common and Scientific Names of Fishes" published by the American Fisheries Society.

 

Appropriation:    none

 

Revenue:    none

 

Fiscal Note:      none requested