"Local Law 17 of 2009"
Food Allergy Information (NYC Health Code Chapter 27)
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Summary
NYC Health Code Chapter 27 implements Local Law 17 of 2009 (adding NYC Administrative Code §17-195), requiring food service establishments that provide seating to post signs with food allergen information. Does not apply to mobile food vending units, temporary food service establishments, or food service programs for children, elderly, and institutionalized populations operated by government agencies or qualifying organizations.
Who This Bill Serves & Who's Backing It
Core Patient Populations
People with food allergies — including children, students, and their families.
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Legislative Timeline
Votes & Legislative History
Food allergy awareness
Requires restaurants to display a notice informing consumers to communicate food allergies to employees and mandates staff communication of such information to management.
Elijah's Law
Elijah's Law
Requires child care facilities to implement emergency preparedness protocols, mandatory staff training, and individualized allergy action plans for children with food allergies.
Food Allergy Posters and Training
Mandates food allergy awareness training for restaurant employees and requires food allergy posters in food service establishments.
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