Relates to requiring the commissioner of health to establish means of educating proprietors and employees of public eating establishments about food allergens
This bill requires New York's Commissioner of Health to create and distribute educational materials for restaurant owners and staff about food allergens. The materials must cover informing customers about allergens in menu items, explaining cross-contamination risks during food preparation, and recognizing symptoms of severe allergic reactions. Restaurants must receive this information "as soon as practicable" after the law takes effect. The bill directly affects all public eating establishments (restaurants, cafes, etc.) by mandating staff training on allergen safety.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
upper
Feb 3, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Kevin Parker
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Jamaal Bailey
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Joe Addabbo
DDemocratic
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