Senate Bill 195 aims to establish regulations regarding the serving of maple syrup in public eating places in Wisconsin. The bill stipulates that any food establishment may not serve a product labeled as maple syrup unless it is made entirely from maple syrup, as defined by federal regulations. This measure is intended to ensure the authenticity and quality of maple syrup served to consumers.
The bill introduces a new section, 97.19, which includes definitions for "maple syrup" and "public eating place." It clarifies that while establishments cannot serve products labeled as maple syrup unless they meet the specified criteria, they are still permitted to serve other products that are not identified as maple syrup. This legislation reflects a commitment to maintaining food standards and protecting consumers from misleading labeling.