The bill, H.B. No. 1200, introduces a new requirement for food service establishments in Texas that serve shrimp imported from outside the United States. It mandates that these establishments provide notice to customers regarding the importation of the shrimp. The notice must be displayed either in a conspicuous location accessible to customers or included on the food menu. Additionally, the executive commissioner is tasked with adopting rules necessary for the implementation of this new requirement.

Importantly, the bill stipulates that compliance with this notice requirement will not be enforced until September 1, 2026, allowing establishments time to adjust to the new regulations. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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