Bill > S04005

This bill introduces new requirements for preventing gluten cross-contamination in food service establishments owned, operated, or leased by state departments, agencies, and the State University of New York. Specifically, the bill mandates that all new and renewed contracts for food service establishments must include provisions requiring contractors to take reasonable precautions to prevent gluten cross-contamination during food preparation. The bill directs both the Commissioner of Health and the Commissioner of Education to develop and promulgate rules and regulations that specify methods for avoiding cross-contamination in cafeterias, restaurants, and other food establishments. Cross-contamination refers to the unintentional transfer of gluten-containing ingredients to gluten-free foods, which can be harmful to individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities. These new regulations will apply to food service providers working in state-owned or state-leased properties, ensuring that gluten-free food options are prepared with careful attention to preventing accidental gluten exposure. The bill will take effect 30 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for developing the necessary implementing regulations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4005