BILL · 2007–08 SESSION

SB 5397: Asparagus

Extending an asparagus exception to the standards for fruits and vegetables.

Summary

The exception from mandatory grading standards for asparagus shipped out of state for fresh packing is extended and will expire on December 31, 2009.

From the Senate Bill Report (SB 5397), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor

AN ACT Relating to standards and grades for fruits and vegetables;

No recorded floor votes.

Jan 14, 2008By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Mar 21, 2007Senate Rules "X" file.
Feb 7, 2007ARED - Majority; do pass.
Feb 7, 2007Passed to Rules Committee for second reading.
Jan 18, 2007First reading, referred to Agriculture & Rural Economic Development.

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