IllinoisSB1288104th General Assembly (2025–2026)SenateWALLET

FOOD HANDLING-TRAINING

Sponsored By: Sally J. Turner (Republican)

Became Law

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Bill Overview

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One statewide standard and private materials

Illinois alone sets the allergen-training rules. Local governments and home-rule units cannot add their own requirements. All allergen training modules and materials are confidential and not open under the Freedom of Information Act. These rules apply starting January 1, 2018.

Who is exempt from allergen training

This section does not apply to some groups. Multi-state businesses or franchisees with a qualifying food handler program under the state’s approved guidelines are exempt. Individuals who completed food handler training under state rules are exempt. Category II and Category III food facilities are also exempt.

Allergen training now required for restaurant managers

Certified food service sanitation managers at restaurants must complete allergen training. This applies if ready-to-eat food is at least 51% of sales, not counting liquor. Training is due within 30 days of hire and every 3 years. The course must cover key topics like allergy basics, major allergens, cross-contact, cleaning, labels, gluten handling, communication, and emergency steps. Training can be online or in person, and no proctor is required. Managers must show proof to health inspectors on request, and they can provide it electronically. The rules apply starting January 1, 2018. From January 1 to July 1, 2018, enforcement focused on education and notices.

Which programs count and transfer rules

To count, allergen training programs are accredited by ANSI or another reputable accreditor under ASTM E2659-09. An accredited program meets the rule. For these programs, training is transferable between employers, but not between individual workers. A business may use an internal program approved in another state before January 1, 2018, if it follows the law’s guidelines; that training is not transferable between people or employers. A multi-state business with a plan that follows the same guidelines also meets the rule; that training is not transferable between people or employers.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Sally J. Turner
Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

Darby A. Hills
Republican • Senate
Erica Harriss
Republican • Senate
Hoan Huynh
Democratic • House
Kimberly A. Lightford
Democratic • Senate
Michael Crawford
Democratic • House
Norine K. Hammond
Republican • House
Patrick Windhorst
Republican • House
Rachel Ventura
Democratic • Senate
Regan Deering
Republican • House
Terri Bryant
Republican • Senate
Travis Weaver
Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 182 • No: 0

House vote • 5/21/2025

Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed

Yes: 104 • No: 0

House vote • 4/29/2025

Do Pass / Short Debate Consumer Protection Committee;

Yes: 8 • No: 0

Senate vote • 4/9/2025

Third Reading - Passed;

Yes: 56 • No: 0

Senate vote • 4/4/2025

Senate Floor Amendment No. 3 Recommend Do Adopt Consumer Protection;

Yes: 7 • No: 0

Senate vote • 2/27/2025

Do Pass Consumer Protection;