An act relating to enhancing food allergen awareness in food service establishments

This bill requires food service establishments in Vermont to designate specific employees as food safety officers who must complete allergen training and display clear signage about food allergens. The law applies to restaurants and other venues that serve food, mandating that at least one trained staff member be present during operating hours to handle allergy-related situations. Key provisions include listing major allergens like milk, eggs, and peanuts on signs, outlining emergency procedures for allergic reactions, and requiring staff to ask customers about food allergies on menus. The bill also ensures training materials are accessible in multiple languages and places responsibility for training costs on business owners. These requirements become effective on July 1, 2024.