Congress’ Move to Ban Genetically Engineered Salmon
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A Step in the Right Direction
“The House of Representatives took an important first step toward banning genetically engineered salmon today – a step representing one bright spot in a Congressional budget bill that, overall, has been devastating to a large number of important consumer, environmental and social programs.”
“The FDA’s approval process for genetically engineered salmon has been controversial and flawed. Little consideration has been given to both the environmental and human health impacts of the fish, which would be the first genetically engineered animal approved for human consumption. It appears the FDA was operating for the benefit of AquaBounty, the company that produces the fish, rather than in the public’s interest. That the House is stepping in and prohibiting the FDA from using its FY2012 funds to approve this science experiment is a move in the right direction.”
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