IL HB6287

Defines "lot consolidation" as the removal of damaged eggs from consumer-labeled cartons and replacement with eggs of the same grade, size, sell-by date, brand, lot, and source.

Extends the shelf life for Grade A eggs from 30 days to 45 days after candling date, and for Grade AA eggs from 15 days to 30 days after candling date.

Requires retailers performing lot consolidation to implement annual employee training programs covering consolidation laws, temperature requirements, sanitation, egg quality, and record-keeping requirements.

Mandates retailers maintain records of each consolidated egg carton for at least one year past the last sell-by date, documenting the date, brand, size, distributor, USDA plant number, grade, and best-by date.

Allows Illinois-based egg producers and producer-dealers to prohibit their brands from being included in lot consolidation programs by providing written notice to retailers.