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Texas House Bill HB1200

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1200

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to notice provided by food service establishments serving shrimp imported from outside of the United States.

Impact

The implementation of HB 1200 would create a new regulatory requirement for food service establishments in Texas, mandating that they disclose information regarding imported shrimp. This is aimed not only at increasing transparency for consumers but also at potentially improving the overall food safety framework within the state. The legislation sets a compliance date for establishments to adhere to this new requirement by September 1, 2026. This grace period allows businesses time to adapt and incorporate the mandate into their operations.

Summary

House Bill 1200 seeks to amend the Texas Health and Safety Code to require food service establishments that serve shrimp imported from outside of the United States to provide explicit notice to customers. The intended notice can be displayed prominently within the establishment or be included in the menu, ensuring that patrons are aware of the origin of their food. This legislative effort aims to enhance consumer awareness and improve food transparency, particularly regarding imported seafood products.

Contention

While the bill has the potential to increase awareness among consumers, there may be discussions surrounding the implications for businesses. Critics could argue that such requirements might impose additional burdens on restaurants, particularly smaller establishments that may struggle to adapt to new regulations. There could be concerns regarding the effectiveness of the notice and whether it will significantly impact consumer choices. Furthermore, the potential cost of compliance may also be a point of contention for stakeholders within the food service industry.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Health And Safety Code

  • Chapter 437. Regulation Of Food Service Establishments, Retail Food Stores, Mobile Food Units, And Roadside Food Vendors
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB1247

Relating to regulation of food service establishments, retail food stores, mobile food units, roadside food vendors, temporary food service establishments, and food managers.

TX SB577

Relating to regulation of food service establishments, retail food stores, mobile food units, roadside food vendors, temporary food service establishments, and food managers.

TX HB1445

Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments, food manager certifications, and food service programs.

TX SB812

Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments, food handler and food manager certifications, and food service training or education programs.

TX HB1447

Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments, food handler and food manager certifications, and food service training or education programs.

TX HB1079

Relating to warning signs posted by certain food service establishments that prepare food items containing peanut products.

TX HB1349

Relating to the marketing and sale of catfish and similar fish by food service establishments; providing administrative and civil penalties.

TX HB2878

Relating to the operation in certain counties of mobile food service establishments in more than one municipality within the county.

TX HB2496

Relating to notice provided by certain public water systems regarding a water service interruption in an area served by a fire department that provides fire suppression services.

TX HB3515

Relating to the establishment and operation of an interdisciplinary group to review services provided by home and community support services agencies.

Similar Bills

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