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MA H2288

Requiring identification of food allergens in eating establishments


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd 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, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans, in the list of products they offer. The allergen information must be provided in English, either within the ingredient list or by stating "contains" followed by the name of the allergen, on menus or a separate food allergen list that is readily available to patrons and employees or clearly displayed. The Department of Public Health may modify these food allergen list requirements.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5035 (on 09/06/2022)

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