Bill introduced to U.S. House of Representatives would require labeling of any products that contain 'pink slime' beef

LOS ANGELES , April 3, 2012 (Industry Intelligence) – A bill has been introduced to the U.S. House of Representatives that would require labeling of any products that contain “pink slime” beef, Food Safety News reported April 2.



The bill was introduced by Democratic Congresswoman Chellie Pingree from Maine's 1st District. Consumers who want to avoid such beef products can’t do so unless those products are clearly labeled, she said.



Walmart has said it will begin labeling beef containing the trimmings. Grocery chain Hy-Vee said it would take a similar approach, while other chains such as Safeway and Supervalu said they would no longer sell such beef products.



The primary source of this article is Food Safety News, Seattle, Washington, on April 2, 2012.



