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MO HB1219

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/6/2010

Primary Sponsor

Joe Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Chapter 192, RSMo by adding section 192.034 requiring the Department of Health and Senior Services to implement food allergen awareness strategies

  • Mandates outreach campaigns using print, radio, television public service announcements, advertisements, posters, and other materials

  • Requires community forums and health information provision at public events, including risk factor assessments for food allergens

  • Directs distribution of information through local health agencies, schools, employer wellness programs, physicians, hospitals, health maintenance organizations, and community-based organizations

  • Requires identification and distribution of educational materials that accurately translate scientific information on food allergens in easy-to-understand terms

Legislative Description

Requires the Department of Health and Senior Services to implement strategies to raise public awareness regarding food allergens

Last Action

Referred: Healthcare Transformation (H)

5/14/2010

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