Rhode Island S2773 allows eating and drinking establishments to accept consumer-provided containers for takeout food or beverages.
Rhode Island S2773 permits eating and drinking establishments to accept consumer-provided containers for filling or refilling with takeout food or beverages. The bill requires adherence to best practices recommended by the United States Food and Drug Administration regarding refillable food and beverage containers. It allows for filling or refilling by an employee, owner, or the consumer. The Department of Health is authorized to require reasonable safeguards, such as visual inspection and written operational procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
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