Harckham-Lunsford Bill Requiring Allergen Labeling
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Bill sponsored by Senator Harckham and Assemblymember Lunsford requiring allergen labeling on food products to protect consumers with food allergies and celiac disease.
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People with food allergies — including children, students, and their families.
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"As a mom of a child with a sesame allergy, I support this bill because the new sesame requirements only work if labeling is enforced everywhere."
"I'm joining this coalition because New York should lead on allergen safety. Clear labeling is a small change that saves lives."
"Families shouldn't have to call manufacturers to learn if a product is safe. This bill makes essential information accessible to everyone."
"I support Senators Harckham and Levenberg's bill because consistent allergen labeling across New York protects every resident, not just those with diagnosed allergies."
"My daughter was hospitalized after an unlabeled allergen exposure at a community event. This legislation would prevent that for other families."
"As a restaurant owner, I support clear allergen labeling requirements. They protect my customers and give my staff clear guidance."
"I manage five students with food allergies in my classroom. Clear labeling would help teachers and staff keep kids safe every day."
"New Yorkers with food allergies deserve the same labeling protections as the rest of the country. This bill is a necessary step forward."
Grade nine and grade 10 health education Standards of Learning; severe allergic reaction awareness training
Requires the Board of Education to include severe allergic reaction awareness training in the health education Standards of Learning for grades nine and 10.
Youth Facility Health Records Rule
Health record maintenance for youth facilities
Requires youth facilities to maintain health records for youth, including allergy information and current medications, and ensures that all medical equipment (like inhalers and epinephrine) is transferred securely with the youth.
Allergy awareness and training in restaurants
Requires food service establishments to implement allergy awareness training for staff regarding major food allergens.
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