Bill > S00585

This bill relates to allergy awareness and training in restaurants. It requires all food safety managers at restaurants that serve food for immediate consumption to complete allergen awareness training and obtain a certificate within 30 days of their hire date. The bill also mandates that restaurants include a clear notice on their printed menus and menu boards asking customers to inform their server about any food allergies before placing an order. The bill establishes a "food allergy aware" designation that restaurants can voluntarily apply for, which requires them to maintain and make publicly available a master list of all ingredients used in their menu items. The bill also provides an exemption for large restaurant chains that already require their staff to complete a nationally recognized food safety training program with an allergen awareness component.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S585