An act relating to enhancing food allergen awareness in food service establishments

H.144 requires food service establishments in Vermont (including restaurants and takeout businesses) to train designated staff on food allergens and post specific signage. Owners must assign "food safety officers" for customer-facing and food-preparation roles to complete online training, with businesses covering all costs. Establishments must display signage listing major allergens, indicating staff training levels, emergency procedures, and allergy symptoms, while menus must include a request for customers to disclose allergies. The law applies to all licensed food service businesses and takes effect July 1, 2025.