Bill > S03270

This bill amends the state finance law, public health law, and education law to require gluten cross-contamination safeguards in food establishments owned, operated, or leased by any department or agency of the state or the State University of New York. Specifically, it mandates that all new or renewed contracts for the operation of these food service establishments include provisions requiring the contractor or vendor to take reasonable precautions to prevent the cross-contamination of gluten-free foods. Additionally, the bill directs the Commissioners of Health and Education to promulgate rules and regulations specifying reasonable methods to avoid such cross-contamination in cafeterias, restaurants, and other food establishments on state-owned or -operated properties.