The Oklahoma House of Representatives passes a bill that would ban the manufacture and sale of lab grown meat.

The measure would make it unlawful to manufacture, hold, or offer for sale any cultivated meat product in the State of Oklahoma. Cultivated meat, also known as lab-grown meat, is produced from cultured animal cells rather than traditional livestock. If it becomes law, violators of House Bill 2829 could be convicted of a misdemeanor, and food sellers could lose their license if they run afoul of the law. Proponents of the bill claim the measure will protect the integrity of Oklahoma's meat industry and prevent confusion among consumers. The bill does provide an exemption for research done by governmental entities and educational institutions.

The bill passed the Oklahoma House on a 72 to 18 vote and now moves on to the Senate for further consideration.