Year: 2014
Resolution Number: 45
Action Taken: Approved
Status:
Author(s): Jayne E. Courts, MD
Sponsor: Domenic R. Federico, MD
On behalf of:
Committee: D (Public Health)
Resolved Section(s):
RESOLVED: That MSMS work with the Michigan Organic Farmers Association, the Non-GMO Group, the Non-GMO Project, and other consumer interest groups to mandate that all genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or foods containing genetically modified ingredients be clearly labeled (not just in the bar code) in the state of Michigan; and be it furtherRESOLVED: That the AMA (and, through the AMA, ask the World Health Organization) to review its current support of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), specifically reviewing any potential conflicts of interest in the current research and the lack of human research that leaves unanswered questions regarding safety; and be it furtherRESOLVED: That the AMA pursue and endorse a national law requiring the clear labeling of all genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or foods containing genetically modified ingredients.
RESOLVED: That MSMS work with the Michigan Organic Farmers Association, the Non-GMO Group, the Non-GMO Project, and other consumer interest groups to mandate that all genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or foods containing genetically modified ingredients be clearly labeled (not just in the bar code) in the state of Michigan; and be it furtherRESOLVED: That the AMA (and, through the AMA, ask the World Health Organization) to review its current support of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), specifically reviewing any potential conflicts of interest in the current research and the lack of human research that leaves unanswered questions regarding safety; and be it furtherRESOLVED: That the AMA pursue and endorse a national law requiring the clear labeling of all genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or foods containing genetically modified ingredients.
Fiscal Note: NULL
Resolution: View PDF for Genetically Modified Organisms Labeling
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