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SF 3835

Allow eggs to be donated past their quality assurance date

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Erin Maye Quade

SF 3835 permits donation of eggs past their printed dates to charities if safe, reducing food waste while addressing food insecurity through egg donations to food banks.

Referred to Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
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Bill Summary · SF 3835

Legislative bill overview

SF 3835 allows donated eggs to be given to food banks and charitable organizations even after they pass their quality assurance (sell-by) date, provided they remain safe for consumption. The bill establishes a framework for egg donations past their printed dates while maintaining food safety standards.

Why is this important

Food waste remains a significant issue, and eggs are a nutrient-dense protein source that many food-insecure households need. This bill could increase the supply of eggs available to charitable food programs without compromising public health, since quality assurance dates are often conservative estimates rather than true safety indicators.

Potential points of contention

  • Food safety concerns: Some may worry that allowing post-date egg donations increases foodborne illness risk, though proper storage and handling protocols can mitigate this
  • Liability questions: Clarity may be needed on who is liable if someone becomes ill from donated eggs—donors, food banks, or recipients
  • Definition of "safe": The bill must clearly define what criteria determine if eggs are still safe after their quality assurance date, potentially requiring testing or inspection protocols that add administrative burden

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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