US EditionCalifornia bill would require restaurants to disclose food allergens on menus
The bill aims to reduce dining risks for 33 million Americans with food allergies by mandating disclosure of nine common allergens on menus, effective July 2026 if passed.
- State lawmakers are set to vote on Senate Bill 68 — Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences Act, aiming to require restaurants to disclose common food allergens.
- Democratic state Sen. Caroline Menjivar of the San Fernando Valley introduced the bill earlier this year, while advocates Kimura, high school senior and founder of Beyond the Shell, and a third grader shared personal allergy experiences.
- An estimated 33 million Americans, including nearly 4 million in California, have at least one food allergy, while some chains like Chipotle Mexican Grill, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Olive Garden already disclose allergens on menus.
- The California Restaurant Association said the law would increase costs and burdens on restaurants, while Brian Hom, owner of two Vitality Bowl restaurants in San Jose, supported the bill.
- Even if SB 68 becomes law, advocates like Kimura say patrons with severe food allergies must still confirm dishes' safety with staff to avoid cross-contamination, despite labels reducing stress. The Beyond the Shell initiative emphasizes labels provide peace of mind but don't replace vigilance.
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California bill would require restaurants to disclose food allergens on menus
California could become the first U.S. state to require restaurants to disclose common food allergens in each menu item under legislation being considered by state lawmakers.
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