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Costa Howard-Backed Measure to Increase Allergen Information Signed into Law

Aug 22, 2019 | Costa Howard

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –Thousands of Illinoisans who are dangerously allergic to sesame will be protected under a new law, sponsored by state Rep. Terra Costa Howard, D-Glen Ellyn, which requires packaged foods containing sesame products to clearly label the allergen.“Food...

Carroll Meets With Local Allergy Counselor to Discuss Ways to Improve Food Labeling in Illinois

Jan 22, 2019 | Carroll

BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Jonathan Carroll, D-Buffalo Grove, is embarking on a new push to improve food labeling for allergens in Illinois by meeting with local activists and hearing their stories. Carroll met with Tamara Hubbard, a local resident and activist...

Carroll Encourages Residents to Share Stories about Inadequate Food Labeling

Jan 4, 2019 | Carroll

BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Jonathan Carroll, D-Buffalo Grove, is asking residents to share their experiences with food containing poorly labeled allergens as a part of his effort to help residents with food allergies.“Like many residents in the district, my...