The rule applies to foods that are prepared and packaged on the same premises before sale, and it takes effect in 2026. Grab-and-go foods packaged in-store will soon require allergen labels under New York’s new law. (Photo: Dana Wrubel / Just Allergy Things) ALBANY, N.Y. — New York will soon require allergen labels on prepackaged foods prepared on-site in delis, bakeries, grocery stores and other food establishments under a new law signed on Nov. 12 by Gov. Kathy Hochul . The

Under SB 68, California restaurant chains with 20 or more locations will be required to label menu items for the top nine major food allergens. (Photo: Dana Wrubel / Just Allergy Things) SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 68  into law on Oct. 13, 2025, marking a major step toward improving food allergy safety in California restaurants. Proposed by Senator Caroline Menjivar  earlier this year, the law will take effect on July 1, 2026. Restaurant chains with o