The truth about Prop 37
- Just a simple label—like in 61 other countries, indicating if our food has been genetically engineered
- Put on the ballot by a million Californians just like you
- Enables us to make an informed choice about what foods are right for our families
- Supported by consumers, farmers, nurses, doctors and a broad Coalition
Clear facts about proposition 37
No Cost to Consumers
Companies change their labeling all the time, and independent research shows Prop 37 will not affect food prices. Read more »
Health Professionals Support Prop 37
Genetically Modified Organisms are linked to allergies, organ toxicity, and other health problems. The Food and Drug Administration has said “providing more information to consumers about bioengineered foods would be useful.” Read more »
No New Bureaucracy
Prop 37 is self-enforced and requires no new bureaucracy. The state official analyst has said any costs for enforcement would range from 1 to 3 cents per year for each Californian. Read more »
No Loopholes
Prop 37 requires labeling for genetically engineered foods for the groceries you buy. The initiative contains exemptions from labeling requirements for practical purposes, such as food served in restaurants. Read more »
No Incentives to Sue
There are no “bounty hunter” provisions in Prop 37, and there is no incentive for filing lawsuits. We believe food manufacturers and grocers will comply with the law and label their products – as they do for calories and other ingredients. Read more »
Backed by Consumers
Prop 37 is supported by consumers, farmers, nursesand many more It is opposed by Monsanto, Dow, and foreign chemical companies spending millions to confuse us. Read more »
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