While the United States currently lacks federal regulation on labeling foods with genetically modified ingredients, about half of the states are taking matters in their own hands. More than two dozen GMO labeling bills are currently being reviewed by state governments, according to the Associated Press.
"I don't know if it's harmful or unhealthy, but it's something people have a right to know about," said Rep. Dennis Canario, a Democrat sponsoring such a bill in Rhode Island. He added that just as consumers are currently informed about the amount of calories and fat on the packaging, there is no reason why they shouldn't be informed of any GMO ingredients in their foods as well.
