Under new legislation, restaurants prep to post origin country for shrimp
Coastal Georgia boasts its hospitality and abundant shrimp waters, yet not all restaurants source their seafood locally. House Bill 117, enacted July 1, now requires Georgia restaurants, apart from those operated by state agencies, to disclose foreign imported shrimp in their menus or visible signs. This transparency aims to help consumers make informed choices and support local shrimpers.
The law, sponsored by Rep. Jesse Petrea, will not be enforced until January to allow restaurants to prepare. Petrea emphasizes the need for transparency, noting the abundance of foreign imports that often cause problems. Despite the law's intentions, some restaurants, such as Bubba Gumbo’s and Sea Wolf Tybee, choose to serve imported shrimp from Ecuador, believing it offers similar taste and quality at a lower cost.
Written by urgent.news from Winnipeg Free Press's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
