The bill H. B. No. 2025-2026, introduced by Representatives Abdullahi and Young, aims to enhance food safety by requiring food service operations in Ohio to clearly indicate the presence of certain allergens on their menus. Specifically, the bill mandates that menus or menu boards must denote food items containing allergens such as milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, or soybeans.

Additionally, for catering food service operations, the bill stipulates that they must inform patrons about the presence of these allergens in a reasonable manner. This legislation seeks to protect individuals with food allergies by ensuring they have access to critical information regarding the food they consume.