New Jersey Requires Chain Restaurants to Post Calorie Counts
New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine (D) has reportedly signed a bill (S. 2905/A. 4236) that requires major restaurant chains doing business in the state to fully disclose calorie information on menu items. Franchises with more than 20 locations nationally must post calorie counts next to each item on the menu, as well as on drive-through and indoor menu boards.
“One of the best ways to improve our health and well being is to deal directly with obesity and proper eating,” Corzine said. “This legislation is a clear step in that direction, as it will allow New Jerseyans to know the calorie content of the food they are eating at these establishments.” See NewJerseyNewsroom.com, January 18, 2010.
