Senate Bill 195 establishes new 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 of maple syrup, as defined by federal regulations. This measure aims 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 must adhere to the requirement for serving pure maple syrup, they are still permitted to serve other products that are not labeled as maple syrup. This legislation is intended to protect consumers from misleading labeling and to promote the integrity of maple syrup products in the state.