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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2028, the owner of each restaurant in the State shall include in all of the restaurant's menus and online menus clear and conspicuous notices identifying each menu item that contains a major food allergen, as defined in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Establishes penalties for violations of this requirement.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act to require that, starting January 1, 2028, all restaurants in Illinois must clearly indicate on their menus, including online versions, which menu items contain major food allergens, as defined by federal law. A major food allergen refers to common ingredients that cause severe allergic reactions, such as peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, soy, wheat, fish, and shellfish. The bill also establishes penalties for violations, with fines of $500 for each instance of non-compliance and an additional $500 for every menu item that fails to list a major allergen. Health inspectors will be responsible for verifying compliance, and repeated violations observed during inspections could lead to an order for the restaurant to immediately cease operations.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/06/2026)
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