Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

H2418 — An Act requiring identification of food allergens in eating establishments

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill mandates the identification of food allergens in eating establishments.

The bill requires eating establishments to clearly identify food allergens present in their menu items. This aims to improve consumer awareness and safety regarding food allergies.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families can make better choices when eating out, ensuring that meals are safe for all members, particularly those with food allergies.
  • Consumers: This means consumers will have clearer information about food allergens, helping those with allergies make safer dining decisions.
  • Small Business: Small businesses may need to implement new labeling practices to comply with the allergen identification requirements.

Summary

An Act requiring identification of food allergens in eating establishments

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H2418 do?
An Act requiring identification of food allergens in eating establishments
Who sponsors H2418?
H2418 is sponsored by Paul K. Frost (Republican).
What is the current status of H2418?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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