Bill

HB 4256

86(R) - 2019
House Public Health
House Public Health

Vote Recommendation

No
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Negative
  • Negative
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Philip Cortez

Bill Caption

Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments.

Fiscal Notes

According to the Legislative Budget Board, no fiscal implication to the state is anticipated. 

Bill Analysis

HB 4256 would require food service establishments to display a poster relating to food allergen awareness in areas primarily accessible to employees. The Department of State Health Services would be required to determine the form and content of the poster and post a sample of the poster on the agency's Internet website.

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action opposes HB 4256 because it violates the principle of limited government. The food service industry is already highly regulated (even food handlers are required to be licensed in Texas), and this bill would add to the burden on this industry while detracting from the personal responsibility of individuals to take appropriate measures against adverse reactions to their food allergies.