S.B. No. 1484 aims to regulate the marketing and sale of catfish and similar fish by food service establishments in Texas. The bill introduces a new subchapter to Chapter 436 of the Health and Safety Code, which includes definitions for "catfish," "food service establishment," and "menu board." It stipulates that food service establishments may only label a product as catfish if it contains actual catfish and does not include any similar fish. If a product contains a fish similar to catfish, it cannot be marketed as catfish and must clearly identify the type of fish on the menu or menu board.

Additionally, the bill establishes administrative and civil penalties for violations of these regulations. Food service establishments that fail to comply may face administrative penalties based on their gross annual food sales, with amounts ranging from $250 to $750. Each day a violation occurs is considered a separate violation for penalty purposes. The bill also allows for civil penalties to be imposed, with similar amounts and conditions. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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