HB 2094
AN ACT relating to warning signs posted by certain food service
89th Regular Session
Jan 14, 2025 - Jun 2, 2025 • Session ended
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What This Bill Does
Requires food service establishments with a dining area and that prepare peanut-containing items to post a conspicuous warning sign stating "This establishment prepares food items that contain peanut products" in their eating area or on their menu. The requirement aims to help individuals with peanut allergies be aware of potential allergen risks before ordering or consuming food, protecting those with severe peanut allergies by providing clear, upfront information about peanut product preparation. The law will take effect on September 1, 2026, giving food service establishments time to prepare and implement the new signage requirement.
Subject Areas
Bill Text
relating to warning signs posted by certain food service establishments that prepare food items containing peanut products. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Chapter 438, Health and Safety Code, is amended by adding Subchapter E to read as follows: SUBCHAPTER E. PEANUT ALLERGEN WARNING SIGNS Sec. 438.051. APPLICABILITY. This subchapter applies only to a food service establishment: (1) with a designed or designated space for eating; (2) that prepares a food item containing peanuts or a Sec. 438.052. WARNING SIGNS REQUIRED FOR FOOD ITEMS CONTAINING PEANUT PRODUCTS. A food service establishment to which this subchapter applies shall post in a conspicuous place in the area of the establishment in which food is consumed or on the establishment's food menu a warning sign that states: "This establishment prepares food items that contain peanut Sec. 438.053. RULES. The executive commissioner shall adopt any rules necessary to implement this subchapter. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2026.
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Bill History
Bill filed: AN ACT relating to warning signs posted by certain food service
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