Vermont's governor signed a new law that could make the state the first to require labeling of foods containing genetically modified organisms.
Montpelier, Vt. -- Vermont's governor signed a new law that could make the state the first to require labeling of foods containing genetically modified organisms.
The law would take effect in July 2016, giving the state Attorney General's Office time to prepare specific rules about the label. However, supporters and opponents alike expect Vermont to be sued, possibly by food manufacturers who say the label would unfairly warn consumers away from genetically modified foods that they argue are safe.