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The Food Chains Bill
Large food chains must label high-caffeine drinks on menus
An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Caffeine Disclosure Requirements.
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This bill would force big restaurant chains to put warning symbols next to hand-crafted drinks and energy drinks that have high amounts of caffeine.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This is a simple rule that gives you more information about what you are drinking. It only applies to big chains with 20 or more locations in the state. Local coffee shops are encouraged to do it, but they will not be punished if they do not. It is a small but helpful step to help people make healthy choices.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Forces food businesses with 20 or more Delaware locations to label high-caffeine drinks.
- Defines high caffeine as more than 100 milligrams per serving.
- Applies to hand-crafted drinks and energy drinks.
- Does not apply to regular brewed coffee or tea.
- Exempts bars and restaurants that sell alcohol.
- Gives businesses 90 days to fix their menus before they get in trouble for their first two mistakes.
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