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Food Allergy Child CareEnactedState Checked 8/12/2026 Unrelated Link

"Ohio Childcare Food Allergy Law"

Food Allergy and Intolerance Policies

Ohio ORC § 5104.041 2009
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Summary

Requires every licensed child care center to have a written policy for the management of food allergies.

Full Description

This statute mandates that the administrator of a child care center must prepare a written policy regarding the care of children with food allergies. The policy must include procedures for preventing exposure, recognizing symptoms, and emergency response. It also requires the center to post a list of children's food allergies in a visible location for staff who prepare and serve food.

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People with food allergies — including children, students, and their families.

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New Jersey Child Care Epinephrine Bill

Requires child care centers to be equipped with epinephrine

Pending legislation that would require licensed child care centers to maintain a supply of epinephrine and ensure staff are trained to administer it.

New Jersey A2588
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Childcare Epinephrine Law

Use of Epinephrine Auto-Injector

Provides legal framework for the use of epinephrine auto-injectors in child day care settings, including training and immunity provisions.

New Hampshire RSA 170-E:60
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Food AllergyEnacted
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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.

IL 410 ILCS 625/3.08 2020
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