Recent legislative actions in the United States have led to bans on lab-grown meat in several states. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill prohibiting the production and sale of cultured meat, citing concerns about the global elite forcing people to "eat bugs" and threatening traditional agriculture. Alabama has also enacted a ban, making it unlawful to manufacture, sell, or distribute cultivated food products, with violators facing misdemeanor charges and potential fines. These bans have sparked debates about consumer freedom, environmental impact, and the role of government in regulating food choices.