Gene Technology Bill 2001 and Gene Technology Amendment Bill 2001
Environment and Public Affairs Committee (2001 - 2005)· 5 December 2002general_report
This WA parliamentary committee report concerns the Gene Technology Bill 2001 and its amendment, focusing on establishing a national regulatory scheme for genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The committee proposes travel to Japan and North America to gather information on GMO regulation, marketing, and coexistence of GM and non-GM crops. The report seeks approval for travel funding to inform a comprehensive report to Parliament.
Impact
Farmers, consumers, and the Western Australian economy will be affected by the regulation of GMOs. The ability to market GM-free products is a key concern.
agricultureenvironmenthealthgene technologyGMOGM cropsnon-GM cropsregulationmarketingWestern Australianational schemeco-existenceJapanNorth America
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