7 U.S.C. § 499b–1 — Products produced in distinct geographic areas

1. (a)In generalIn the case of a perishable agricultural commodity (as defined under the Perishable Agricultural Commodity Act (7 U.S.C. 499a(4))— 1 See References in Text note below.no person may use the unique name or geographical designation of such commodity to promote the sale of a similar commodity produced outside such area, State, or region.
   1. (1)subject to a Federal marketing order under the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937 (7 U.S.C. 601 et seq.);
   2. (2)traditionally identified as being produced in a distinct geographic area, State, or region; and
   3. (3)the unique identity, based on such distinct geographic area, of which has been promoted with funds collected through producer contributions pursuant to such marketing order,
2. (b)PenaltiesA violation of this section shall be considered a violation of paragraphs (4) and (5) of section 2 of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (7 U.S.C. 499b(4) and (5)).
3. (c)ReimbursementA person bringing a complaint under this section shall reimburse the Secretary of Agriculture for any and all costs associated with the enforcement of this section.
4. (d)ProhibitionThe Secretary of Agriculture shall not increase any fees charged under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act [7 U.S.C. 499a et seq.] to offset costs associated with the operation of this section.
5. (e)RegulationsThe Secretary shall promulgate regulations to carry out this section.