Senate Bill 1802 Summary

• Amends 63 O.S. 2011, Section 1-1115 relating to food inspections and the powers of the State Commissioner of Health.

• Changes gender-specific language from "his" to "the Commissioner's" to make the statute gender-neutral.

• Clarifies the Commissioner or authorized agent's authority to inspect food manufacturing, processing, packing, and transportation facilities without advance notice after notifying the owner or person in charge.

• Maintains the Commissioner's duty to examine food samples to ensure compliance with food safety provisions and provide inspection reports to facility owners upon written request.

• Becomes effective November 1, 2012.