The "Monsanto Rider" - Possible Immunity from Federal Law? PDF Print E-mail
Post by Crash   
Monday, 09 July 2012 08:25
Monsanto GMO Crops
While Americans were celebrating Independence Day, Monsanto was celebrating their future immunity from federal law. The "Monsanto Rider" was slipped into the FY 2013 Agricultural Appropriations bill which would require the Secretary of Agriculture to grant a temporary permit for the planting or cultivation of a genetically engineered crop, even if a federal court has ordered the planting be halted until an Environmental Impact Statement is completed. To stop the Monsanto Rider, sign the petition.
Provocative image via {JimBonham - Farmer Jim's Blog}.
 

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