❌ SB38
Establish liability standard for certain food-related injuries
Current Status: In Senate Committee (Judiciary)
Summary
The bill establishes a liability standard for injuries caused by food consumption, requiring a reasonable expectation test to determine if the food contained harmful substances. It applies to civil actions for damages against food service operations or suppliers. The jury will assess whether the injured party reasonably expected the food to be safe.
Rationale
The bill introduces a liability standard that may impose additional regulations on food service operations, which conflicts with the LP and LPO principles of minimal government intervention and personal responsibility in consumption choices.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential increase in litigation against food service operations
- Imposition of additional regulatory burdens on businesses
- May lead to higher food prices due to increased liability costs