This bill's intention is to place a label on foods containing genetically modified organisms. The Justice Department mandates a 20-day turnaround for Freedom of Information Act requests. FDA continuously has maintained that the genetically engineered bovine growth hormone caused no adverse effects in laboratory animals. In their review of Monsanto's application, Canadian scientists found the adverse effects, which FDA originally missed. I urge FDA to review those omission and evidence of genetically engineered errors.
American citizens are concerned.
Last summer, protestors wearing Monarch butterfly costumes rioted in the streets of Seattle. They were wearing these outfits because Monsanto's genetically engineered corn pollen killed Monarch butterflies in a Cornell University study. Americans have a right to know what they are eating, and I respectfully urge you to support HR-3377. It is critically appropriate for GAO to investigate FDA's performance regarding biotechnology in light of the new evidence contained within my petition.