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MA H1881

Requiring identification of food allergens in eating establishments


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to require restaurants to identify for customers the presence and origin of food allergens contained in the list of products offered by such restaurants. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill requires restaurants to identify for customers the presence and origin of food allergens, such as milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans, contained in the list of products offered by the restaurant. Restaurants must list the allergens in English on menus, separate food allergen lists, or in a location easily viewable by patrons and employees. The Department of Public Health may modify the food allergen list requirements.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)

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