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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/21/2024
03/21/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to improve food allergy awareness. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve food allergy awareness in Massachusetts. It amends the state's laws to require that people in charge of food establishments, as well as their designated alternates, view an approved video on food allergies as part of their food protection manager certification. The video must be interactive, include a knowledge check, and feature the most up-to-date information on food allergies, including updates to the list of allergens covered by federal labeling requirements. The bill also updates the organizations that the state's health department must consult when approving the video.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (20)
Cynthia Creem (D)*,
Mike Barrett (D),
Nick Collins (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Cindy Friedman (D),
Hannah Kane (R),
John Keenan (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Jake Oliveira (D),
John Rogers (D),
Mike Rush (D),
Dan Sena (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
Walter Timilty (D),
Susannah Whipps (I),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1338 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1338.pdf |
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