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MA H3611

Requiring labeling of allergens in prepared foods


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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

Relative to labeling of allergens in prepared foods. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to require the labeling of major allergens in prepared foods sold in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The key provisions include defining "prepared foods" and "major allergens," mandating clear and conspicuous labeling of any major allergens present in prepared foods, requiring the specific type of tree nut, fish, or crustacean shellfish to be labeled, establishing a petition process for exemptions from the allergen labeling requirements, and exempting foods, ingredients, flavorings, colorings, or other additives that have been determined not to pose a risk to human health and are exempt from federal allergen labeling laws.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

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

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