Fish that have been modified through genetic engineering and are released into wild populations have the potential of causing adverse ecological and genetic impacts. The Department shall consider releases of transgenic fish to pose a serious risk to wild populations. The Department shall not authorize the release of transgenic fish into locations where such fish may gain access to wild fish populations.
Or. Admin. Code § 635-007-0595
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, 496.162 & 506.700 - 508.740
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, 496.162 & 506.700 - 508.740