In an editorial, the New York Times says, “Congress should overturn” the FDA decision against special labels on the genetically engineered AquAdvantage salmon, the first GE food animal cleared for human consumption. “Consumers deserve to know what they are eating.” The editorial board also opposed a House-passed bill that would pre-empt states from requiring labels on genetically modified food and keep labeling voluntary on the federal level. “The Senate should rebuff that tactic and allow states to adopt mandatory labeling laws if they wish,” said the Times. Vermont’s first-in-the-nation GMO labeling law is due to take effect on July 1.