Vermont § 4086 - Menus and menu boards
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 4086 — Menus and menu boards, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4086. Menus and menu boards
- (a) Restaurants and similar food establishments that are part of a chain with 20 or more
locations doing business under the same name and offering for sale substantially the
same menu items shall disclose on the menu and on the menu board: (1) adjacent to the name of each standard menu item the number of calories contained in
the item; and (2) a succinct statement concerning suggested daily caloric intake. (b) This section shall not apply to alcoholic beverages or to grocery stores except for
separately owned food facilities to which this section otherwise applies that are
located in a grocery store. For purposes of this section, grocery stores include convenience
stores. (c) If at any time subsection (a) or (b) of this section, or both, are preempted by federal
law, then restaurants and similar food establishments that are part of a chain with
20 or more locations doing business under the same name and offering for sale substantially
the same menu items shall comply with the menu labeling provisions of the applicable
federal statutes and regulations. (d) A violation of this section shall be deemed a violation of the Consumer Protection
Act, 9 V.S.A. chapter 63, provided that no private right of action shall arise from
the provisions of this section. The Attorney General has the same authority to make
rules, conduct civil investigations, enter into assurances of discontinuance, and
bring civil actions as provided under 9 V.S.A. chapter 63, subchapter 1. (Added 2009, No. 128 (Adj. Sess.), § 38b, eff. Jan. 1, 2011; amended 2011, No. 109 (Adj. Sess.), § 3, eff. May 8, 2012; 2011, No. 136 (Adj. Sess.), § 1b, eff. May 18, 2012.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 4086
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 4086 cover?
Section 4086 ("Menus and menu boards") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 4086?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 4086" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 4086 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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