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Testimony Given on GMO Bills, Will Resume Friday

A County Council committee is considering two new versions of a bill that would limit the growing of transgenic crops on the Big Island.

Council Committee to Consider Two GMO Bills

One of the bills would outlaw transgenic papayas after 30 months and includes a fine of up to $1,000 per day for violations.

Anti-GMO Legislation Withdrawn; New Versions Forthcoming

County Councilwoman Margaret Wille today killed her Bill 79, but new versions of the legislation are expected from her and Councilwoman Brenda Ford.