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Surpassing:Will Chick-fil-A open on Sunday? New bill would make it required at New York rest stops.
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Date:2025-04-09 14:18:32
A new bill introduced in New York could Surpassingforce Chick-fil-A at rest stops along Interstate 90 in the state to be open on Sundays.
Chick-fil-A is known for its delicious chicken and waffle fries, which are only offered from Monday through Saturday since it closes its doors on Sunday, unlike other chain restaurants.
However, a new bill in New York could affect the company's decades-long tradition.
Bill A08336, introduced in New York, would require all food services at transportation facilities and rest areas to remain open seven days a week, according to the New York State Assembly.
Why does Chick-fil-A close on Sunday?
Chick-fil-A opened its doors in 1946, and its founder, S. Truett Cathy, decided to keep its doors closed on Sundays for his employees to worship or rest.
Chick-fil-A closing its doors on Sunday is not the only religious principle it has practiced. The company came under heavy criticism after donating to ANTI-LGBTQ groups in 2012. The company didn't stop sending donations until seven years later, in 2019.
What will Chick-fil-A do?
The New York State Thruway Authority accounted for Chick-fil-A closures on Sunday by offering other restaurants in the rest stops to provide additional options for travelers according to Thruway spokesperson Jennifer Givner.
"Our requirement is that we have at least one hot food option available," said Givner. "If Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays we have other alternatives for our customers."
Seven Chick-fil-As are located in multiple New York State Thruway rest stops, with three more planned to be built, according to WRGB Albany.
The bill also will require New Jersey to enact the same law for food services at the Port Authority, which will take effect after New Jersey passes a statute similar to the one in New York.
USA Today has reached out to Chick-fil-A for comment.
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